{"id":149542,"date":"2025-03-22T10:48:11","date_gmt":"2025-03-22T10:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/entertainment\/art\/rocio-egio-on-embracing-dyslexia-mediterranean-roots-and-finding-freedom-in-illustration\/"},"modified":"2025-03-22T10:48:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-22T10:48:11","slug":"rocio-egio-on-embracing-dyslexia-mediterranean-roots-and-finding-freedom-in-illustration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=149542","title":{"rendered":"Roc\u00edo Egio on embracing dyslexia, mediterranean roots, and finding freedom in illustration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"first-letter:text-5xl first-letter:font-display first-letter:font-medium first-letter:mr-3 first-letter:float-left first-letter:leading-[74px]\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocioegio.com\/rocio-egio-studio\">Roc\u00edo Eg\u00edo&#8217;s work<\/a> is instantly recognisable \u2014 vibrant colours, charming compositions and a warmth that radiates from every project she touches. But to understand her creative voice, you need to start by looking at her roots.<\/p>\n<p>Growing up in Alicante, Spain, Roc\u00edo was immersed in the vibrant hues of the Mediterranean, where food, family and sunshine formed the cultural backbone of everyday life. &#8220;My love for bold colours and my obsession with food, they&#8217;re all rooted in my upbringing,&#8221; she says. <\/p>\n<p>This blend of visual richness, social connection, and optimism became the foundation for her visual language, which she is now known for.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, Roc\u00edo&#8217;s creative identity has only deepened since leaving Spain. Having spent the past nine years in Switzerland, she admits that distance has sharpened her connection to her Mediterranean roots. &#8220;Sometimes I wonder \u2014 would my creative voice be the same if I had developed it in another place? I don&#8217;t think so. Context shapes us more than we think.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/e1\/e161e46a188bd135ff690d90cff77522de3f7beb_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/e1\/e161e46a188bd135ff690d90cff77522de3f7beb_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/e1\/e161e46a188bd135ff690d90cff77522de3f7beb_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/e1\/e161e46a188bd135ff690d90cff77522de3f7beb_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/57\/5760c0362b608e84fa821fb21f10444adbd7125a_944.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/57\/5760c0362b608e84fa821fb21f10444adbd7125a_944.png 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/57\/5760c0362b608e84fa821fb21f10444adbd7125a_1888.png 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/57\/5760c0362b608e84fa821fb21f10444adbd7125a_944.png\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>From architecture to illustration \u2014 and everything in between<\/h2>\n<p>Roc\u00edo&#8217;s path to illustration wasn&#8217;t straight. Like many creatively inclined children, her dream was to become an artist. However, societal expectations nudged her towards a &#8220;real&#8221; career, and architecture seemed like the perfect compromise. &#8220;Architecture felt like a good balance between creativity and something more &#8216;serious,'&#8221; she recalls.<\/p>\n<p>It was a valuable detour, though, as her architectural training honed her sense of composition, balance, and structure. These skills would later become invaluable when she pivoted to illustration and graphic design. <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Architecture gave me the best foundations \u2014 discipline, an eye for composition, and a deep understanding of design, but illustration gave me freedom,&#8221; she says. &#8220;And that&#8217;s where I truly found my voice.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>Turning dyslexia into a superpower<\/h2>\n<p>One of the defining moments in Roc\u00edo&#8217;s journey was discovering she had dyslexia at age 24. Rather than seeing it as a barrier, she embraced it as a creative advantage. &#8220;Dyslexia makes reading and writing a challenge, but it also gifted me a unique way of thinking \u2014 more visual, more intuitive,&#8221; she explains.<\/p>\n<p>That visual-first mindset naturally informed her approach to communication. She says: &#8220;My work is all about simplifying complex ideas, making information accessible and engaging through visuals. I don&#8217;t just illustrate \u2014 I translate ideas into the language I understand best: images.&#8221; <\/p>\n<p>This emphasis on visual clarity \u2014 often infused with playful charm \u2014 has become one of her hallmarks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/b3\/b38fb45e97765388e03b3c9d225c55672b9ba6e4_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/b3\/b38fb45e97765388e03b3c9d225c55672b9ba6e4_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/b3\/b38fb45e97765388e03b3c9d225c55672b9ba6e4_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/b3\/b38fb45e97765388e03b3c9d225c55672b9ba6e4_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 0.71105845181675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c598534fbbe487b265674a2c130f5831632d217b_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c598534fbbe487b265674a2c130f5831632d217b_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c598534fbbe487b265674a2c130f5831632d217b_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c598534fbbe487b265674a2c130f5831632d217b_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"1327\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<figure class=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 0.71105845181675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/d0\/d0597fddafbc62f8ea453e5872c0f91e7d7d5aef_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/d0\/d0597fddafbc62f8ea453e5872c0f91e7d7d5aef_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/d0\/d0597fddafbc62f8ea453e5872c0f91e7d7d5aef_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/d0\/d0597fddafbc62f8ea453e5872c0f91e7d7d5aef_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"1327\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 0.75862660944206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/1d\/1dfe97eb547597725ace12bb388ee629c70bb0ab_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/1d\/1dfe97eb547597725ace12bb388ee629c70bb0ab_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/1d\/1dfe97eb547597725ace12bb388ee629c70bb0ab_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/1d\/1dfe97eb547597725ace12bb388ee629c70bb0ab_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"1244\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Finding a balance between chaos and calm<\/h2>\n<p>Relocating to Lausanne, Switzerland, for love, Roc\u00edo found herself navigating a culture world apart from the bustling Spanish plazas she grew up with. The contrast between Mediterranean spontaneity and Swiss precision shaped both her personal outlook and her creative process.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I learned to slow down, appreciate details, and embrace a more intentional approach to work and life,&#8221; she says. Switzerland&#8217;s calmer pace offered the space to refine her craft, though she admits, &#8220;Now and then, I need a dose of Mediterranean energy!&#8221; <\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, regular trips back to Spain help keep her creative compass aligned.<\/p>\n<h2>A breakthrough moment and an unexpected realisation<\/h2>\n<p>Like many illustrators, Roc\u00edo&#8217;s dream was to work with The New York Times, and when the call came, it was surreal. But it was the second call that really hit home. &#8220;That&#8217;s when I realised it wasn&#8217;t just luck \u2014 my work was really catching attention,&#8221; she says.<\/p>\n<p>Her signature ability to turn complex topics into clear, inviting visuals made her a natural fit for editorial work, but one of her most personal projects \u2014 The Dyslexic Font, created with Pranav Bhardwaj \u2014 stands out as a career highlight.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c5dc106d2865f5a7d283047fa6db25e8795c0d2e_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c5dc106d2865f5a7d283047fa6db25e8795c0d2e_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c5dc106d2865f5a7d283047fa6db25e8795c0d2e_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/c5\/c5dc106d2865f5a7d283047fa6db25e8795c0d2e_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/82\/8208ba40689b2ce6397b89114dea4149010729df_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/82\/8208ba40689b2ce6397b89114dea4149010729df_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/82\/8208ba40689b2ce6397b89114dea4149010729df_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/82\/8208ba40689b2ce6397b89114dea4149010729df_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<figure class=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/36\/364a71d7c44d1f529bf0f6bb6698b04115c8b2c1_944.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/36\/364a71d7c44d1f529bf0f6bb6698b04115c8b2c1_944.png 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/36\/364a71d7c44d1f529bf0f6bb6698b04115c8b2c1_1888.png 1888w\" alt=\"\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n        <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/36\/364a71d7c44d1f529bf0f6bb6698b04115c8b2c1_944.png\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;Instead of trying to &#8216;fix&#8217; dyslexia, we wanted to show its strengths,&#8221; Roc\u00edo explains. The project offered a visual representation of how dyslexic people experience text, using shifting letterforms to reflect the reality of reading with dyslexia. &#8220;The response was amazing because it sparked conversations about accessibility, inclusivity, and the beauty of different ways of thinking,&#8221; she adds.<\/p>\n<h2>Drawing with purpose<\/h2>\n<p>While editorial commissions brought recognition, it&#8217;s her purpose-driven work that holds the most meaning for Roc\u00edo. A project with the International Trade Center in Tanzania, where she illustrated a guide to help local farmers optimise cinnamon plantations, remains a personal favourite.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Many of the farmers were illiterate, so visuals were essential. It reminded me that images are a universal language,&#8221; she says. Projects like this reinforce her belief that illustration can transcend borders, bridge cultures, and make knowledge accessible in ways that words sometimes can&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<h2>Out of her comfort zone and into the classroom<\/h2>\n<p>Not all of Roc\u00edo&#8217;s milestones involve pen and paper. Her first workshop on Creative Voice completely pushed her out of her comfort zone.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;For the first time, I wasn&#8217;t just drawing; I was sharing my ideas, theories, and experiences with a room full of creatives,&#8221; she says. The experience was nerve-wracking at first but ultimately transformative. &#8220;That workshop was the beginning of something much bigger \u2014 la School.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Now, guiding others to find and refine their own creative voices has become a core part of her practice, one that brings just as much satisfaction as client work.<\/p>\n<h2>Personal style as a creative milestone<\/h2>\n<p>One of the moments she holds closest came not from a commission but from a casual observation. &#8220;Someone told me, &#8216;Roc\u00edo, you dress exactly like your illustrations.'&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>For Roc\u00edo, it confirmed that her work wasn&#8217;t just aesthetic; it was an extension of her personality, values, and worldview. That seamless integration of self and work\u2014what she calls &#8220;Creative Voice 360\u00ba&#8221;\u2014is now something she encourages every illustrator to seek out.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 0.66760744066709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/8a\/8ad5f74d58002bd6962bbb2554530efb7d4b9577_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/8a\/8ad5f74d58002bd6962bbb2554530efb7d4b9577_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/8a\/8ad5f74d58002bd6962bbb2554530efb7d4b9577_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"Credit: Estudio Gagarin\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption class=\"text-base mt-3 [&amp;_a]:underline [&amp;_a]:transition-colors [&amp;_a]:hover:decoration-transparent\"><figcaption>\n<p>Credit: Estudio Gagarin<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figcaption><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/8a\/8ad5f74d58002bd6962bbb2554530efb7d4b9577_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"1414\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What&#8217;s next for Roc\u00edo Eg\u00edo?<\/h2>\n<p>After building her studio, launching her shop, and founding her school, Roc\u00edo is now in what she calls a &#8220;season of nurturing.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We creatives love to start new projects, but we often forget to care for what we&#8217;ve already built,&#8221; she says. This year is all about deepening her connection to her existing platforms before chasing the next big idea.<\/p>\n<h2>Advice for aspiring illustrators<\/h2>\n<p>For illustrators seeking their own distinct creative voices, Roc\u00edo has one simple piece of advice: experiment relentlessly.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Your creative voice isn&#8217;t something you find overnight \u2014 it&#8217;s something you build, refine, and grow into,&#8221; she says. &#8220;Try things. Play. See what excites you. Don&#8217;t be afraid to fail and learn.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s that openness to exploration\u2014paired with a commitment to authenticity and clarity\u2014that has defined Roc\u00edo&#8217;s work and continues to inspire her growing audience.<\/p>\n<p>She says, &#8220;Stay true to your authenticity. Build your creative business aligned with your essence.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>In other words \u2014 draw like yourself, dress like yourself, and don&#8217;t be afraid to let the world see both.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-media not-prose grid md:grid-cols-2 gap-6 my-12 md:my-16\">\n<figure class=\"col-span-2\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full bg-cream-900\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1.4980585037536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/ee\/ee31592c0d11ba322fbcdddf472703eff40a4636_944.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/ee\/ee31592c0d11ba322fbcdddf472703eff40a4636_944.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/ee\/ee31592c0d11ba322fbcdddf472703eff40a4636_1888.jpg 1888w\" alt=\"Credit: Estudio Gagarin\" width=\"944\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption class=\"text-base mt-3 [&amp;_a]:underline [&amp;_a]:transition-colors [&amp;_a]:hover:decoration-transparent\"><figcaption>\n<p>Credit: Estudio Gagarin<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figcaption><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.creativeboom.com\/upload\/articles\/ee\/ee31592c0d11ba322fbcdddf472703eff40a4636_944.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"944\"\/><br \/>\n    <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"630\"\/><br \/>\n  <\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Roc\u00edo Eg\u00edo&#8217;s work is instantly recognisable \u2014 vibrant colours, charming compositions and a warmth that radiates from every project she touches. 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