Eduardo Burgos shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Eduardo, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
I recently got married, and honestly, that’s what I’m most proud of. I’ve survived the gritty streets of New York City, grown up with a drug addicted parent, earned my master’s degree, achieved a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, built a freelance illustration career working with amazing people, and became an art professor. But none of those accomplishments compare to the pride and gratitude I feel about getting married.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m an illustrator, comic creator, and art professor based in Florida. My work often blends storytelling with themes of redemption, resilience, and identity rooted in personal experiences growing up in New York City and overcoming a tough upbringing. I’ve built my own freelance illustration career, working with incredible clients and collaborators, while also self-publishing a series of comics that explore dark, emotional narratives through a cinematic, crosshatched style. What makes my brand unique is that it’s deeply personal. Every project whether it’s a comic, print, or apparel design comes from a place of honesty and reflection. Right now, I’m focused on expanding my comic universe, teaching the next generation of artists, and sharing everything I’ve learned about art, storytelling, and perseverance.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
The part of me that has served its purpose and now has to be released is the need for approval from others. For a long time, I measured my worth through validation. Whether it was from peers, mentors, or an audience. But as I’ve grown personally and creatively, I’ve learned that real fulfillment comes from creating work that feels honest and true to me, not from chasing external approval. Letting go of that need has allowed me to take more risks, tell deeper stories, and find peace in simply doing the work.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me a lot but I like to call it a “Wilderness Season.” I believe God guides us through these seasons not to break us, but to build our capacity for who He’s called us to be. They’re rarely comfortable, but they’re where the deepest growth happens. In the wilderness I learned patience, humility, and trust. Lessons success could never teach me. Those seasons shaped my character far more than any victory ever could.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
I admire Jesus He is my Lord and Savior. His character embodies humility, compassion, and strength through service. I’ve learned that I’m more myself with Him than without Him. His example reminds me that true greatness comes from love, sacrifice, and integrity, not power or status.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What will you regret not doing?
I would regret not using the gifts God has given me to help others. That’s my greatest responsibility and my greatest calling. Everything I’ve been blessed with, from creativity to resilience, has a purpose beyond myself. Not sharing those gifts or using them to make a difference would be my only real regret.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.edillustration.com
- Instagram: edillustration
- Youtube: Ed Illustration
Image Credits
Headshot by: Val Chaparro Yacaman (Instagram: veechaps)
