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What role do rituals and ceremonies play in the creation and appreciation of art within various indigenous cultures of Oceania?

How does the depiction of nature and the environment in Native American art differ from that in modern American art movements?

In what ways have Oceanic art practices, such as tattooing and carving, influenced contemporary art movements both within the region and globally?

How do traditional Southeast Asian art forms, such as shadow puppetry and batik, reflect the cultural and historical contexts of their respective regions?

What role does symbolism play in Japanese art, particularly in the use of motifs such as cherry blossoms, cranes, and dragons, and how have these symbols evolved over time?

How does contemporary Japanese art balance traditional elements with modern influences, and who are some notable contemporary Japanese artists exemplifying this blend?

In what ways did the art and architecture of the Heian period (794-1185) reflect the cultural and political changes of the time?

What are the defining characteristics of Ukiyo-e, and how did this art movement impact both Japanese culture and Western art?

How has the concept of wabi-sabi influenced traditional Japanese aesthetics, and can you provide examples of this influence in specific art forms or works?

How have traditional Indian and Islamic art forms been preserved and adapted in contemporary art practices in South Asia and beyond?