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Bid for Art. Support Conservation.
Discover one-of-a-kind pieces with unique stories and make an impact through our online auction.
Celebrating Malaysian Creativity
Malaysian artists and public figures transform 70 concrete turtle sculptures into meaningful works of art, championing awareness and inspiring action for conservation.
Featured Penyu
View the collection of unique sculptures by Malaysian artists and place your bids.
Evergreen
Beatrice Oh
15 Oct - 27 Nov, 9:00 AM
Starting Bid
RM 5,000
Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming
Gabriel Cheah
29 Oct - 23 Nov, 3:59 PM
Current Bid
RM 10,000
Dream house
Ho Mei Kei
15 Oct - 27 Nov, 9:00 AM
Starting Bid
RM 5,000
Exotic Meat
M. Sahzy Bornean
15 Oct - 27 Nov, 9:00 AM
Starting Bid
RM 5,000
Oceanarium Imaginarium
Rachel Yeoh
15 Oct - 27 Nov, 9:00 AM
Current Bid
RM 20,000
Beyond the Shell
Wan Jamila
15 Oct - 27 Nov, 9:00 AM
Current Bid
RM 5,500
The Penyu Shell-Ter Project:
Where Art Meets Conservation
The Penyu Shell-Ter Project unites art, community, and conservation to protect Malaysia’s endangered turtles. “Penyu” is the Malay word for turtle, a fitting symbol for this project rooted in local culture and conservation. Launched in celebration of YTL Group’s 70th anniversary, the project is carried out under BUILDS, YTL Cement’s CSR arm. It showcases 70 concrete turtle sculptures, each re-imagined by 51 Malaysian artists and public figures. Together, these creations celebrate local creativity and shared purpose.
Culminating in a charity auction, 100% of proceeds will go to the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS) and PULIHARA. YTL Cement will also donate RM5,000 on behalf of each artist to an NGO of their choice, extending the project’s impact to community causes across the country. With the endorsement of the National Art Gallery and the support of YTL Hotels as our venue sponsor, the Penyu Shell-Ter Project stands as a meaningful platform that elevates Malaysian talent and builds a legacy of conservation that endures.
Note: All proceeds will be donated to the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS). Donations are eligible for tax exemption.
Featured Artists & Public Figures
A diverse mix of artists and public figures reimagining conservation through art and creativity.
Katun
Malaysia’s global graffiti sensation—blending bold imagination with street-smart artistry. Famous for his powerful “Apes” series, he morphs cartoon forms into striking human silhouettes that stop viewers in their tracks
Khoon Hooi
Malaysia’s most celebrated fashion designers, renowned for his modern yet timeless creations that blend heritage with contemporary flair.
Ong Pei Yee
Malaysian multidisciplinary artist who earned her Fine Arts degree from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). Working mainly with acrylic and oil paints, her recent work explores themes of memory, loss, and the passage of time
Tengku Marina Ibrahim
Marina’s painting career began later in life, encouraged by WinSon of Pinkguy Gallery, leading to her debut collection ALIVE in 2015. Inspired by nature, her artworks are defined by vibrant colours, child-like technique, and meticulous detail.
Wan Jamila
Better known as ARTJAMILA, is an extraordinary autistic savant artist whose journey has touched hearts worldwide. From doodling her emotions as a child to creating powerful works addressing climate change and the Covid-19 pandemic
Dato' Zainal Abidin
One of Malaysia’s most iconic singers and songwriters, best known for his distinctive voice and socially conscious music