Painted Turtle

Red cedar
Mother-of-Pearl
14″ (H) x 10″ (W)

The painted turtle is characterized by yellow stripes and bright red markings. It is the only native freshwater turtle in BC and is endangered due to habitat loss.

*on display at MacMillan Arts Centre in Parksville

"I've found a passion for carving that's in my DNA.”
- Mike Bellis -

Mike Bellis is a Haida artist from Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

For sales of existing artwork, or to discuss a commission, please contact via email or phone. You can connect with Mike on Facebook and Instagram

EMAIL: mike@michaelbellis.com \\ PHONE: 250-713-2229