Colonization has had a significant impact on indigenous art forms around the world. It often led to the suppression, appropriation, or distortion of traditional indigenous art forms. Indigenous artists were sometimes forced to create art that aligned with the values and aesthetics of the colonizers, resulting in a loss of cultural identity and authenticity in their work. Additionally, colonization disrupted the transmission of traditional artistic techniques and knowledge from generation to generation. Despite these challenges, indigenous art forms have also been resilient and have adapted to reflect new realities and experiences in the post-colonial world.
