As part of the celebration of the Human Genome Project (HGP) photographer Gary Schneider (New York) was commissioned to create a portrait that reflects some of the changes this new insight produced. Gary Schneider's Genetic Self-Portrait is here seen on the left – several other photographs were produce to show various part of how the body is redefined by science. What is a self-portrait is of an interesting question particularly when we start to include biomedical views of the body and self. HGP did received critic by many scientists and artists in that it was unclear to what extent the celebration was justified. HGP did produce a map of the genome but the celebration undermined the complex relationship and interaction between genes and also the environment – hence the DNA is not the total expression of a person. This may very well be questioned when we look at DNA11’s new produce range. The company offers to produces self-portrait of its customers their DNA.
Creating your own DNA Portrait™ is simple—just follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Select your color and size options from our secure online store.
Step 2: DNA 11 sends you an easy to use collection kit complete with instructions. You will receive your kit within 10 days.
Step 3: Follow the step-by-step direction and send your DNA sample back to our labs using the pre-addressed envelope.
Step 4: Your DNA sample is processed in our secure lab: DNA is extracted and we run it on a “gel” The gel is photographed using a special camera The end result is a ‘raw’ black and white digital file. This usually takes up to 4 weeks.
Step 5: We digitally enhance and customize your DNA fingerprint. We then print your art piece on the highest quality canvas using our in house Giclee printer.
Step 6: Each art piece is visually inspected, ensuring the highest quality standards. Your art is then hand varnished and signed on the back by the founders of DNA 11. Duration: up to two weeks.
Step 7: Your art piece is shipped to you rolled in a protective tube. It will take anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks to receive your finished art piece from the day we receive your DNA sample.