**What are the key characteristics and themes commonly found in traditional African art, and how do they reflect the cultural and societal values of various African communities?
2. **How has African art evolved over the centuries, and what impact did colonialism and globalization have on its development and perception on the global stage?
3. **In what ways do contemporary African artists blend traditional techniques and modern influences, and how are they contributing to the global art scene?
4. **How do different African regions and ethnic groups express their unique identities through their art, and what are some notable differences and similarities among them?
5. **What role do African art forms, such as sculpture, masks, textiles, and beadwork, play in the rituals and ceremonies of African societies, and how do they function within those contexts?
2. **How has the influence of religion, such as Buddhism, Hinduism, or Shinto, shaped the development of art in Asian countries like India, Japan, and Tibet?
5. **How have contemporary Asian artists integrated traditional art forms and modern techniques to comment on social, political, or environmental issues?
