Photo: D. Lepsoe
 
Otto Timbin (Iatmul), born in Palembei in 1967, is the eldest son of renowned master carver Joseph Timbin. Since the death of his father, he has become head of the family of five master carvers. Otto carves a wide range of traditional carvings, including dancing masks, roof finials, lime containers, and elegant walking sticks.

Michael Timbin, Otto’s younger brother, was born in 1974. His work is recognized for its complexity and originality of design. His sculpture is inspired often by myth and sometimes by aspects of male initiation. His work can be found in the collection of the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia.