“Dancing Helix” fine art prints

These “Dancing Helix” images are from my “Double Helix” series of fine art prints. The flowing shapes and dancing patterns imitate the DNA molecule’s constant winding-unwinding motion of the double-stranded helix.

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What’s included:

Media: I print your selection with archival pigment inks on heavyweight fine art paper (100% cotton rag) for vibrant, long-lasting color.

Size: The artwork measures 7 x 18 inches and is centered on 11 x 22-inch paper. Your selection is dated, signed, rolled with acid-free protective (glassine) paper, and mailed in a strong mailing tube. Please tell your framer to use conservation-quality materials.

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About the art and science:

“Dancing Helix” artwork begins with pencil on paper to shape the composition; then, portions are painted and digitized. Using digital tools, I add layers of translucent colors to capture the double helix’s flowing shape and dynamic quality.

DNA in the nucleus is packaged into chromosomes that twist and bend to bring parts close together to activate genes. The framed print shown below, “Emerald-Gold-Blue,” is one of many designs in the “Double Helix” series that interpret this lively behavior.

For inspiring science about our magnificent genome, check out the story behind the Human Genome Project, “one of the great feats of scientific exploration.”