SHOWCASE

/ ARTIST / 2024

BKKIF Artist  
ARTIST: KOONG
COUNTRY: Thailand
EMAIL: koong.bg@gmail.com
CONTACT: instagram.com/koong.bg
https://twitter.com/koong_bg
Sawasdee, everyone! I'm KOONG, an architect by day, and an artist by night. Through my art, I focus on sharing stories of gay love, aiming to inspire the belief that everyone deserves love regardless of who they are and to capture the beauty of everyday moments.
When it comes to character design, I value the diversity in body shapes, whether between slim and larger individuals or tall and short people. These contrasts contribute to distinctive moments within relationships and add an endearing quality. My paired characters showcase clear physical distinctions, allowing them to truly shine. This emphasis on diversity enhances the authenticity and charm of their love story.

The Telephone

I once spotted a lone public telephone on the sidewalk, and it stirred memories of how challenging it was to stay in touch when we were apart. It was a poignant reminder of a time when communication felt like a distant dream.

Hangry

Hungry + Angry

How ‘bout me?

The cat says, "Hey, don’t forget me! I want in on this hug!"

I'm back

I left with confidence, but I returned with uncertainty.

Here with me

My favorite place to be is always right beside you.

Sky & Sea

Someone once told me I’m like a mirror, reflecting the emotions of those around me, just as the sea reflects the sky. When the sky is heavy with clouds or sheds its tears, I find myself crying with it. Sometimes, I forget that beneath this reflection, I have emotions of my own.

To all the days we have passed

A simple moment on a random morning, yet it became a quietly important memory.

The Hug

Acrylic on Canvas
Diameter 40 cm.

Pointillism Vol. 1

A graphic novel by KOONG

A Summer Nostalgia Exhibition

Nostalgia is quite special because when we reminisce about events from the past, they hold significance to us in one way or another. Sometimes, the images of the past can overlap onto the present ones we perceive. Hence, this concept inspired the name of my collection: "Summer Overlaps"