From Life Comes Art

I happened to catch a few minutes of the Today Show the other day and saw something interesting. There is a company that can use your DNA or fingerprint to create an art print for your home. As a former biology major and an artist, I was quite intrigued. So, I checked out their site. Here is what they do:

DNA PORTRAITS: ART FROM WITHIN (PORTRAITURE IS MORE THAN SKIN DEEP)
"The process begins with the DNA being collected using a patented, non-invasive technique: using a special swab (much like a Q-tip) to painlessly collect cheek cells. The whole process is simple and takes less than 30 seconds. This sample is then sent to our highly secure, certified laboratory, where the DNA is extracted to create a unique genetic fingerprint, using a technique that takes advantage of the variation that occurs among the DNA sequence of every individual.

The end result is a group of different sized pieces of DNA (unique per individual), which we "run" on a gel, such that each strand of different sized DNA is separate...

The DNA is then stained with a fluorescent dye and illuminated by UV light, causing it to glow, giving off a fluorescent signal.

A special camera captures the image, which is then digitally enhanced, cropped, color adjusted, adding colors and filter effects."

You can also have your fingerprint turned into an art piece. I love it...a cool way to combine science and art!!! Check out their website!