Nofal O
Resident Artist: Pullman Hotel Dubai Downtown
Ahmed Nofal, also known as Nofal O, is a talented Egyptian street artist who seamlessly merges the ancient with the modern. Living in the bustling city of Cairo, surrounded by historic landmarks and symbols, Nofal finds inspiration in the daily lives of Egyptians, including the iconic Volkswagen Kombi van that is still prevalent in Cairo.
Nofal's artistry is a unique blend of graffiti and traditional painting techniques, skillfully using both aerosol and watercolors to create vibrant and captivating works. Drawing from the rich history and mythology of Egypt, Nofal reimagines the ancient tales on the walls of his city, keeping the spirit of these stories alive through his contemporary style.
His passion for street art has taken Nofal on a journey across North Africa, participating in the Moroccan Street Art Festival and creating murals in Dubai. Montana Cans has recognized his talent, featuring Nofal as one of their top choices for up-and-coming artists.
One of Nofal's most notable works is a large-scale mural on Faisal Street, which reflects the quirky and eclectic aspects of Cairo's streets. By combining his love for ancient history with modern elements, Nofal has made a lasting impact on Cairo's urban landscape. Now, through Kulture Cartel, he is taking his artwork to the global stage, sharing his unique perspective and talents with the world.
“All my murals and canvases start as sketches in my notebook. It’s an key part of my creative process, as I often revisit and refine an idea four or five times before I’m happy with it. Following this, I imbue life into my sketches with watercolors, pencil crayons, and inks. My professional training has led me to value the tactile experience of conceptualization by hand, as it gives me an intuitive understanding of the final outcome. Every color, every brushstroke, and every line is applied with intention.”
- Ahmed Nofal
“My work is an combination of many different art styles. I enjoy the blending acrylics and aerosol paints, or sometimes starting a piece with a watercolor base and then adding the intricate details with acrylic and inks ontop. This process gives my work a layered effect that I’ve fallen in love with” — Ahmed Nofal
Nofal's talent has been recognized internationally. Recently, he had the privilege of crafting three stunning murals for the Royal British Museum in London. These pieces were created specifically to enhance the new King Tut Exhibit that reopened in December 2022
Nofal was also invited to graffiti the basketball courts for the Red Bull Half Court World Final held in Cairo, Egypt in 2022. His remarkable murals were showcased directly adjacent to the timeless pyramids in his home country.
