Daniel Correa Mejía, an artist based in Berlin, Germany, has been painting for thirteen years from his shared studio. His creative process is as much about the space he occupies as it is about the art itself.

Mejía’s studio is a reflection of his life and practice: family photographs line the walls; seeds and stones serve as natural elements; and music plays in the background, creating a trance-like state that inspires his work. He describes an average day as a cycle of painting for four hours followed by moments of movement, reading, writing, and rearranging materials.

Mejía feels deeply connected to his studio, considering it part of his practice. His goal is to add something new to the space every week, ensuring that his work evolves alongside him. The studio’s atmosphere encourages a dialogue between works in progress, allowing him to see them as they truly live.

Despite its cozy nature, Mejía wishes for small changes: he would like it to be further from home so he can cycle through the park and catch the sunset, and perhaps a little bigger. He values the studio’s unique energy but acknowledges that moving to an industrial space outside the city is not his preference.

Outside the studio, Mejía maintains a connection with the world around him. His workspace is on the ground floor, allowing him to watch people pass by and step out for fresh air. He shares the space with other creatives, which offers a sense of community even in solitude.