3. **What roles do symbolism and spirituality play in the creation and interpretation of African art, particularly within different ethnic groups and regions?
4. **How have colonialism and the subsequent post-colonial period influenced the evolution and perception of African art both within Africa and in the global art community?
5. **What are some key differences and similarities between the art forms of Sub-Saharan Africa and those of North Africa, and how do geography, history, and culture contribute to these distinctions?
2. **How did Buddhist art influence the development and expression of artistic traditions across different Asian cultures, such as India, Tibet, and Southeast Asia?
3. **What role did calligraphy play in the development of visual arts in Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and the Islamic societies of Central and South Asia?
4. **How has contemporary Asian art both adhered to and diverged from traditional artistic practices and themes, and what impact has globalization had on this evolution?
5. **How are materials and techniques used in Asian sculpture and pottery distinct from those used in Western art traditions, and how have they evolved over time?
How have traditional Chinese philosophies such as Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism influenced the themes and styles found in Chinese art throughout history?
What distinguishes the painting techniques used in traditional Chinese ink paintings from those used in Western art, and how have these techniques evolved over time?
