DNA Double Helix – Image of the Week

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This DNA double helix was created using 3D Max. The helix and the photograph of the DNA code in the background was combined using Photoshop.

You can find this image in my gallery under science-health>>health>> dna strand.

4 Comments on “DNA Double Helix – Image of the Week”

  1. Nate Says:

    The image is beautiful, but any molecular biologist will immediately notice that your helix is right-handed, and real DNA is left-handed. It needs to twist in the opposite direction. You also represent the DNA as being “underwound” (i.e. too many base pairs per helical turn).

  2. Bill Frymire Says:

    Hi Nate, thank-you for the lesson in molecular biology. This image was not supposed to be scientifically correct but rather aesthetically pleasing. Granted, I should have payed more attention to the details. I knew I didn’t have the proper connections per rotation. It’s possible when I did it I flipped it horizontally at the end to get a more dramatic image. I can’t flip it back without messing up the genetic code text.

    This one is a bit more correct but I see I flipped it again. Something that could be fixed if it’s horizontally mirrored again.

    http://www.billfrymire.com/gallery/colorful-double-helix-dna-v.jpg.html

    thanks for your interest. Very interesting.

  3. roger Says:

    So, what’s the story with your copyright? How does one acquire right to reproduce your images online in a non-profit context? Is it ok to do as long as your copyright is displayed? Thanks for clarification.

  4. Bill Frymire Says:

    Hi Roger,

    Thanks for your interest in my work. I make my living off of royalties paid for using my images. Each image is represented by a stock photo agency. Because I have an agreement with the agencies, I am unable to give you permission to use the image without asking you to contact the agent. With this image, it is Masterfile http://www.masterfile.com
    image # 700-00189796
    Depending on what you are doing, it may fall under the “fair use” clause.

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