Wakan - Optical Frame

Wakan — A Celebration of Life and Art by Jim Yellowhawk

Wakan is a stunning metal frame featuring Jim Yellowhawk’s Sun is Life design.

“The yellow and red triangles represent butterflies that carry our prayers to our creator,” says Jim — a powerful symbol of hope, transformation, and connection.

With its classic styling and artistic twist, Wakan is lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. Designed with adjustable nose pads and spring hinges, it ensures a perfect fit for everyday wear.

Available in:

• Matte Black
• Matte Brown

Size: 55-18-145

Embrace the spirit of the sun and the beauty of Jim Yellowhawk’s vision.

The artistry is deeply rooted in the tradition of Plains Indian ledger art, a narrative form that thrived from the 1860s to the 1920s and experienced a revival in the 1960s. Ledger art tells stories and expresses cultural identity through drawings and paintings on cloth or paper. Its name originates from the accounting ledger books that Plains Indians repurposed as canvases in the late 19th century. If you look closely at the temple artwork, you’ll notice details from old ledgers in the background—subtle lines, writing and numbers that echo the distinctive medium that brought these stories to life.

"We say our words backwards" – Jim Yellowhawk

Partial proceeds from the sale of all AYA eyewear and accessory items are donated to communities in need.

Frame Size: 55-18-145

B-Size (Vertical lens height): 41.4