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Misao Batts
Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms
July 15, 2003
Vol. IV, p. 295
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Blazon
Arms
Azure a wreath of artichoke leaves enclosing a quill pen and a paintbrush in saltire Or;
Crest
On barry wavy Azure and Argent issuant from a coronet the upper rim set with fish hauriant respectant Or, a demi cat affronty Azure embellished, winged and playing a flute Or;
Motto
FIDUS TIBI;
Symbolism
Arms
The wreath of artichoke leaves, based on Dr. Batts’s mother’s family emblem that she has used for several years, represents her mother’s Asian heritage and her own work as an artist. Her poetry is represented by the quill pen, while the paintbrush symbolizes her accomplishments as a painter.
Crest
The wavy bands symbolize the ocean near Dr. Batts’s residence. The coronet of fish refers to Pisces, her astrological sign. Her favourite animal is the cat, whose wings here are an allusion to bat wings and hence to her name. The flute refers to Dr. Batts’s love of music.
Motto
Meaning “True unto yourself”.