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INSEEDTIME #20 Catherine L. Johnson 2026
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INSEEDTIME #20
Dedicated to Gloria Steinem & Dolly Parton
2026
Catherine L. Johnson
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Material:
cutout shapes / collage
note: the color that may read as black is a deep forest green color
on archival heavyweight paper
IMPROVISATIONS
Measurements:
31″H x 26″W
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The
Divinity of Paper
(Kami)
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Shared language:
In Japanese, the word for paper is
kami,
which sounds identical to the word for
God or spirit (kami).
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Sacred transformation:
Transforming
a flat, empty sheet of paper
into a dynamic shape reflects the manifestation of
living spirit
within
physical forms.
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The
Gladiolus:
Sword Orchid
Symbolism: Known in Chinese as 剑兰 (jiànlán, “sword orchid”),
the gladiolus embodies
strength,
courage,
uprightness,
and
resilience.
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Its name reflects the sharp,
sword-like shape of its leaves,
linking the plant to themes
of
moral integrity
and
the scholar’s
steadfast character.
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‘Wildflowers’
by Dolly Parton
feat. Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris
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‘Wildflowers’ is a song
about embracing one’s uniqueness
and
the importance of breaking free
from
conformity to thrive.
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The metaphor of wildflowers symbolizes
resilience,
independence,
and
the ability to flourish
n any environment,
highlighting the beauty
of
being true to oneself
and
not
conforming to societal norms.
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https://www.npr.org/2026/09/03/nx-s1-5955479/gloria-steinem-fresh-air
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Call out the energy
of
HOPE / JOY / UPRISINGS
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“They tried to bury us,
but
they didn’t know
we were seeds”.
Mexican Proverb
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The
INSEEDTIME
series
is comprised of
20 original works.
Please click on the link below to view #19
Tip: and, scroll down my WordPress to view the entire
INSEEDTIME series!
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#19
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Honoring
the love and life of my beloved cousin,
Connie Cates Shella:



























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