'Friends' was designed by Sioux artist Maxine Noel.
"True friendship is as deep as the ocean and as constant as the tides." - Maxine Noel
Hardcover journal has120 lined sheets and a handy elastic strap. Perfect for notes, lists, and daily plans.
Size: 4.75" x 6.75"
Royalties paid to artist on every sale.
Friends Hardcover Journal by Maxine Noel
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.
Maxine Noel - Ioyan Mani, Sioux Artist
Ioyan Mani - to walk beyond - is Maxine's Sioux name that reveals her gift. Maxine is Oglala Sioux, born on the Birdtail Reserve in Manitoba. The eldest of eleven children, she learned to draw among a loving family on a quiet reserve. In residential school she experienced the struggles of submersion of the native spirituality and culture, which brought her strength and enrichment. Maxine was appointed in 2019 as a member of the Order of Canada for her work as a visual artist and for encouraging and promoting creative expression in Indigenous communities.
A self-taught artist, Maxine is skilled in many media. She seeks through the use of fluid images, flowing lines and subtle colours, to present essential characteristics of the Native people: their sensibilities, generosity and loving nature. Maxine has received honours and accolades for her work with Native cultures, and she speaks around the country on art and on social issues, assisting in bridging the gap between Native and non-Native, young and old.
Maxine was a recipient of the Order of Canada in 2019 for her notable achievements.