Globalisation and Its Effects on the Warli Art

Tribal art is a decorative art rather than purely aesthetic produced from the creative minds of indigenous culture. The art which is a part of their everyday activity is deep-rooted in their tradition. Tribal paintings are living tradition that unveils the hidden meanings of tribal symbols. Tribal are interested in the reality of the image not in the image of reality. The globalization has negatively impacted upon the tribal economies, culture and identities. The freedom of expression of an artist has been affected by the pressure of globalization. It has now become the commercial activity of Warli men. Education plays an important role in changes in the art form, education helps to develop creativity and skills and that results in the changes in the designs and forms. Commercialization of painting is also one of the reasons for the changes occurred in designs and form of the painting.