How have global movements and exchanges impacted traditional art forms and practices in Southeast Asia and Oceania, and how are artists in these regions responding to such influences?
How do pre-Columbian art and architecture of the Americas, such as the Mayan and Incan civilizations, influence contemporary artistic expressions in these regions?
What are the defining characteristics of Oceanic art, and how do they reflect the cultural beliefs and practices of the indigenous peoples of regions like Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia?
How have traditional Southeast Asian art forms, such as batik and shadow puppetry, evolved in the contemporary art scene within the region and internationally?
5. **What roles do mythology and spirituality play in Oceanic art, and how are they expressed through different mediums and artistic practices across various island cultures?
