Ducks Spiral Journal by David James Brooks

Monague Indigenous Crafts & Gifts, formerly known as Monague Native Crafts, is a 100% Native-owned Canadian wholesale company specializing in authentic, handmade Indigenous crafts. For over 30 years, we have supplied top-quality dream catchers, jewelry, and unique gifts and souvenirs, all designed by the Monague family and meticulously handcrafted by artisans who have been with the family for generations. Each piece is created to represent and emphasize the unity, understanding, and honour between various cultures.

In March 2024, Monague underwent a significant transformation when Achilles Gentle from Skownan First Nation took ownership, bringing fresh energy and innovation to the business. This change marked the beginning of a new chapter, with a dedication to elevating the services and products offered to our cherished customers.

Our commitment to quality and cultural representation has established us as a leading supplier of Canadian Indigenous souvenirs and giftware items. Our products are not only decorative but also serve as storytellers, sharing the rich legends and traditions of Indigenous cultures through specialty dream catchers, unique jewelry items, and inspirational gifts.

David J. Brooks (1950–2014) was a Mi'kmaq artist from Nova Scotia, Canada. Born in Truro, he was raised and lived in the Sipekne'katik First Nation (Indian Brook) for most of his life. Brooks began to paint seriously in the early 1980s after meeting fellow Mi'kmaq artist Phillip Young in Toronto, who provided him with his initial training.

Brooks's work was the first by a Mi'kmaq artist to be acquired by the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia in 1990. While his early art was influenced by the Eastern Woodland style, he later developed a more modern style characterized by vibrant colours and abstract forms, often drawing inspiration from Mi'kmaq legends. Brooks was also a sculptor and carver, working with various types of rock, wood, and antlers.