How do traditional and contemporary American Indian art forms communicate cultural identity and address historical and contemporary issues faced by Native American communities?
In what ways do Oceanic art forms, such as those from Papua New Guinea and Polynesia, express spiritual beliefs and social structures within their communities?
What role does mythology play in the art of the Maori people of New Zealand, and how is it represented in their traditional wood carvings and tattooing practices?
In what ways have indigenous American art styles, such as totem pole carvings or Navajo weaving, been affected by European colonization and later cultural preservation efforts?
How have traditional Southeast Asian art forms such as batik, wayang (shadow puppetry), and gamelan music influenced contemporary Southeast Asian artists?
What role do sacred sites and spiritual practices play in the creation and preservation of art in indigenous cultures across these regions, and how are these traditions being maintained or adapted ...
