• Materials: Copper and Silver
• Artists: Norman Bentley
• Totem Symbols: Salmon
• Styles: Canadian First Nations
• Categories: Pendants

Salmon

The symbol of immortality and wealth, dependability and renewal. The Salmon is the life source, and is always treated with high regard and respect. Many First Nations cultures tell of the Salmon people living in the ocean, who offer their bodies as food to the human world and once their flesh is used they return home to put on new flesh and begin the cycle once again. Their stories teach to honour and respect what is given and to never be too greedy.

Norman Bentley

Born in 1968 at Skidegate on Haida Gwaii, he was born into the Haida Nation of the Pacific Northwest Coast Indians. Norman takes the eagle symbol as his family crest, which presents power, prestige, peace and friendship. Norman began carving metal in 1983, largely supported by his family and friends. With the encouragement of Bill Reid, Norman was accepted as an apprentice by world renowned Tony Cavelti. Norman's exquisite pieces reflect an innate carving talent, as well as a care and attention to detail that makes each completed piece a work of art.