Mia Mai

BIO:

Mia Mai is the embodiment of a collaboration between the realms of artificial intelligence and human creativity. This unique character is the brainchild of Kristina Nikolova (), a Bulgarian-born multidisciplinary artist based in Florence, Italy, and founder of AtelierSeptem (). Kristina merges the technical prowess of AI with the nuanced depth of human expression, creating an entity that exists in the liminal space between virtuality and reality.

At the heart of Mia Mai’s existence is a narrative crafted to explore the essence of identity, creativity, and the human experience through the lens of a non-human protagonist.

The etymology of Mia Mai’s name, central to her identity, is both a play on words and a profound reflection of her essence. 'Mia', Italian for 'mine', subtly incorporates the initials for 'Intelligenza Artificiale' (IA), or Artificial Intelligence in English, signifying possession while simultaneously hinting at her digital genesis. Conversely, 'Mai', meaning 'never' in Italian, reverses the AI initials to English, symbolizing the elusive nature of truly owning or defining this entity. Together, 'Mia Mai' translates to 'Never Mine', an acknowledgment of her unfettered spirit and the inherent freedom of an ex...