Inkbender was founded by Fortune Chigozie Ogulere, a Nigerian-born multidisciplinary artist, writer, and creative based in New York City.

Driven by a deep love for African storytelling and creative expression, Fortune launched Inkbender to blur the lines between publishing, fashion, and animation — crafting bold, original work that speaks to identity, history, and imagination.

His creative practice bends ink into voice, visuals, and vision—making space for underrepresented stories to not only exist, but lead.

Inkbender is more than a brand. It’s a movement rooted in heritage, shaped by style, and made to speak.

A young man with dark skin, glasses, a beard, and an afro hairstyle wearing a red mesh shirt with a yellow star design on the sleeve, standing outdoors with a brick wall background.

About the Founder

Fortune lives, works, and creates in New York City. He is currently pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at Saint Joseph’s University in Brooklyn.

Originally from Nigeria, Fortune earned a degree in Medical Microbiology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University before moving to the U.S. where he completed a Bachelor’s in English.

He is also at work on his debut novel that tackles the conversation surrounding immigration and identity.