What role do spirituality and religion, particularly Shinto and Buddhism, play in the themes and motifs often found in Japanese artworks throughout history?
What are the distinctive features of Oceanic art, and how do they relate to the traditional social structures and spiritual beliefs of Pacific Island communities?
In what ways have contemporary artists from the Americas incorporated indigenous themes and techniques into their work, and how does this reflect broader cultural and political movements?
How have the colonial histories of Southeast Asia, Oceania, and the Americas influenced the development and transformation of their respective artistic traditions?
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 ...
