Nafir began his journey in street art in 2008, using public space as a platform to confront political censorship and social issues in his country. While his early works gained strong attention, his breakthrough came when he returned to his cultural roots, developing a more intimate visual language inspired by the ancient traditions of Persia. His artistic name comes from a poem by the 13th-century Persian master Rumi; nafir translates literally as “cry” or “scream.”Working primarily with stencils and spray paint, Nafir transforms traditional Persian objects—such as carpets and ceramics—into contemporary artworks. By layering figurative imagery with intricate geometric patterns drawn from Persian decorative traditions, he reveals the hidden spirit within these cultural forms and gives them renewed relevance. Each piece is unique, guided by the character and texture of the surface itself—what the artist describes as the texture “choosing” the image.