Hello! I'm Samira Badami, a passionate Textile Designer from Tehran with a deep appreciation for traditional Iranian clothing and cultural heritage. I love combining historical narratives with modern design techniques to create meaningful and sustainable textile art. Throughout my academic journey and work experience, I have immersed myself in fabric printing techniques, fiber science, and sustainable fashion. I'm motivated by preserving cultural heritage through my designs and enjoy exploring both the microscopic world and material culture. When I'm not designing, you might find me playing guitar or watching ethnographic films that deepen my understanding of cultures worldwide.

Samira Badami

Hello! I'm Samira Badami, a passionate Textile Designer from Tehran with a deep appreciation for traditional Iranian clothing and cultural heritage. I love combining historical narratives with modern design techniques to create meaningful and sustainable textile art. Throughout my academic journey and work experience, I have immersed myself in fabric printing techniques, fiber science, and sustainable fashion. I'm motivated by preserving cultural heritage through my designs and enjoy exploring both the microscopic world and material culture. When I'm not designing, you might find me playing guitar or watching ethnographic films that deepen my understanding of cultures worldwide.

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Hello! I’m Samira Badami, a passionate Textile Designer from Tehran with a deep appreciation for traditional Iranian clothing and cultural heritage. I love combining historical narratives with modern design techniques to create meaningful and sustainable textile art. Throughout my academic journey and work experience, I have immersed myself in fabric printing techniques, fiber science, and sustainable fashion.

I’m motivated by preserving cultural heritage through my designs and enjoy exploring both the microscopic world and material culture. When I’m not designing, you might find me playing guitar or watching ethnographic films that deepen my understanding of cultures worldwide.

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Language

English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Textile Designer at Dey Printing Company
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and printed new patterns on fabrics and garments using Sublimation and DTF techniques. Oversaw the development and maintenance of textile designs and creative patterns. Maintained relationships with suppliers.
Batik Printing Assistant at Cultural Heritage Organization of Iran
September 30, 2023 - July 13, 2025
Center for Research on Ancient Persian Art History including woodcarving, traditional instrument making, and textile weaving. Maintained traditional printing, explored new materials for handmade traditional textile printing, studied textile preservation methods, and documented and analyzed historical textiles.
Public Art Apprenticeship at Opal Center
March 31, 2023 - July 13, 2025
Collaborated on public art projects showcasing Persian folklore stories through sustainable fabrics. Participated in the development and execution of conceptual and performance art projects. Contributed to preparation and implementation of performances including material preparation and on-site support.

Education

Bachelor of Textile Design at Alzahra University of Tehran
September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2024

Qualifications

Fiber Science Course
May 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Textile Printing Course
July 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Fashion History Course
July 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Media & Entertainment