Emerging artist and entrepreneur Ocean Baker, founder of the Vancouver-based streetwear brand Natsukashii Ink, brought his signature fusion of Japanese-inspired tattoo aesthetics and high-end design to the 98th Academy Awards® week. Participating for his second year within the 262 Women’s Project booth at Heather Marianna’s Celebrity Gifting Suite, Baker solidified his status as a rising force in the intersection of art and fashion.
Baker is the creative mastermind behind the iconic cover art for the Mission Accepted: 262 Women Entrepreneurs, Ultrapreneurs, Creatives & Media anthology series. His intricate, storytelling-driven design serves as the visual face of the global movement led by Deb Drummond, symbolizing the “gumption” and resilience of the 262 women featured within its pages.
“Being back at the Oscars for a second year with the 262 Women’s Project is an incredible honor,” said Ocean Baker. “As the artist for the book cover, my goal was to capture the power of these women’s stories. Bringing that same energy into the gifting suite and seeing Hollywood’s biggest names connect with my art and my brand, Natsukashii Ink, is a dream realized.”
The presence of Natsukashii Ink at the suite highlights the project’s commitment to multi-generational collaboration, bridging the gap between established “Ultrapreneurs” and the next generation of creative leaders. Baker’s work on the book cover has been praised for its ability to translate complex emotional legacies into a striking, contemporary visual medium.
About Ocean Baker & Natsukashii Ink: Founded by 22-year-old artist Ocean Baker, Natsukashii Ink is a designer streetwear brand that celebrates the beauty of nostalgia and the “ease of creativity.” Based in Vancouver, the brand specializes in ethical craftsmanship, featuring graphic tees, hoodies, and accessories that showcase Baker’s unique tattoo-inspired illustrations.
About the 262 Women’s Project: The 262 Women’s Project is a global initiative and anthology series produced by Deb Drummond. It highlights the stories of 262 “Women of Gumption” to inspire female empowerment and legacy-building worldwide.
Media Contact:
Ocean Baker
Founder, Natsukashii Ink
Website: www.natsukashiiink.world
Instagram: @natsukashiiink_nii
Email: [email protected]
