4. **How do rituals and spirituality influence the artistic practices and iconography of indigenous Pacific Islander cultures, and what role does art play in community and social identity?
3. **In what ways has the indigenous art of North and South America contributed to contemporary art movements, and how are artists from these communities addressing their cultural heritage today?
2. **How have Oceanic art forms, such as wood carvings and body adornment, evolved in response to both historical contact with European colonizers and contemporary global influences?
**What are the distinct features and motifs commonly found in traditional Southeast Asian textiles, and how do they reflect the region's diverse cultures and histories?
How has the integration of cultural and religious elements, such as Shinto and Buddhism, shaped the motifs and techniques found in Japanese art throughout history?
Who are some of the most influential Japanese artists, both historical and contemporary, and what contributions have they made to the global art scene?
Can you explore the role of decorative arts, like ceramics and textiles, in Islamic art under the Indian subcontinent's cultural and historical context?
