Breuuboy
- Anna Lilli Garai
- Nov 11, 2025
- 3 min read
Nithi Ekpathomsak, known as Breuuboy, is a Thai artist living in Bangkok. He trained as a graphic designer and later opened a small café called “Hobb.” That’s where his rabbit character Breuuboy first appeared. What began as a simple sketch became a way of telling stories about everyday life. He works with both digital illustration and acrylic painting, inspired by late nights, coffee, and time with his cats. The series “I’m a Good Boy & I Know It” captures this feeling, showing daily scenes with a light, natural touch.
Q: Breuuboy was born in your café “Hobb.” Did you know right away that he would become more than just a small doodle?
A: Exactly. Because Breuuboy was created as an extension of myself, I immediately felt that he could express something deeper. After not drawing seriously for quite some time, coming back to it through Breuuboy reminded me of the fun of being a beginner again — free from fear of mistakes. It felt like both he and I were growing together. You can actually see that growth if you scroll through my Instagram feed; the earliest drawings look almost like a child’s sketches. That’s what makes it beautiful for me — the evolution of both Breuuboy and myself side by side.
Q: Your “curvy line” style feels full of motion and emotion. How did that rhythm first find its way into your work?
A: Those curvy lines came from my idea of expressing the vibrations that constantly surround us — things we can’t always see but can somehow feel. Everything emits a kind of frequency, communicating with us in its own quiet way. I wanted my lines to capture that sense of calm, playfulness, and spontaneity. It’s also something that sets my work apart from others — it’s imperfect, alive, and always moving.
Q: “I’m a good boy & I know it.” is both funny and sincere. What made you want to capture those small pet moments?
A: That’s easy! I’m a father of three cats. The “I’m a good boy & I know it.” moments happen almost every day — especially with Bobby, my favorite cat. He loves to sit and stare at me with those big eyes while holding a little carrot toy, waiting for me to throw it so he can fetch it back. It’s such a simple act, but I can really feel his emotions. I think every pet wants to be a “good boy” in their owner’s eyes, and every pet owner knows exactly what that feeling is like.
Q: You switch between digital illustration and acrylic painting. Do they give you different kinds of freedom?
A: Completely different. When I paint with my hands — using a brush, or sometimes even my fingers to blend the colors — I feel truly connected to the piece. Digital work, on the other hand, gives me a different kind of freedom: the ability to edit, restart, or experiment endlessly. But when I paint by hand, it feels like I’ve stepped into another world entirely.
Q: Your works often mix humor with quiet reflection. Is that balance something you think about, or does it just happen naturally?
A: Thank you for that question — it’s something I’ve never really noticed before. I think it just happens naturally. It probably reflects my own personality.
I may look quiet, introspective, even a bit distant — someone who reads philosophy and seems to be deep in thought. But honestly, half the time I’m just thinking about the most random, silly things. That mix of seriousness and humor is just who I am.
Q: Bangkok, coffee, beer, late nights — your world feels very personal. What kind of moment usually sparks a new idea for you?
A: It often comes from connecting unexpected things — stories or feelings that seem to conflict but somehow make sense together. I also find inspiration in small, ordinary moments that we tend to overlook. I like to remind people that everything has value, and we shouldn’t wait until we lose something to realize how much it mattered. Everyday life, those simple, fleeting moments — that’s where the real beauty lies. Don’t forget to appreciate them!
