About

 About

Pencil Break is a creative based studio based in Houston, TX led by Reuben Levi. Our studio focuses on Illustration, Branding, Packaging, and Print Design. With nearly two decades of experience in both print, logo, and design with a penchant for hand drawn typography and illustration. In addition to his designer career, Reuben owns and operates the brand called Grits Co. A Southern Lifestyle brand inspired by Vintage Americana, Custom Cars and Early Blues and Rock n Roll music.

Reuben’s work has been featured in magazines, including the publications "Computer Arts Magazine UK",  “Iron and Air”, “Speed and Culture Magazine” "My Table Magazine" and worked with clients as Houston Dynamo FC, Mountain Dew, Pepsi, Life Water, Airstream, and recording artist such as Talib Kweli. He’s an alumni speaker of the Crop Design Conference in Austin, Texas, Creative Works in Memphis, Tennessee, San Jacinto College and the AIGA Houston.


We'd love to hear the vision for your next project.

Ready to work? Want to book me to speak your event? Wanna talk about Brand solutions and Custom type? Discuss the latest movies, Art, or the newest BBQ joint? I’m here to talk about it! You can reach us at levi@pencilbreak.com, or by clicking the link below. I’m looking forward to meeting y’all!