My mom says I'm cool, but whether my genetics support that claim is still up in the air. Luckily for me, the folks at DNA 11 make showing the world how special and unique every individual really is into an art. Gearlog recently visited the newly opened Wired store in New York City and got a chance to witness the DNA canvas firsthand.

DNA may just be a nucleic acid that contains the genetic instruction for our biological development, but it makes really neat art too! DNA 11's art is definitely worth the simple mouth swab required to obtain your genetic code. To get your DNA onto a wall, they take the sample, extract your DNA, run it through a "gel," and then photograph the gel using a special camera. The photo is then digitally enhanced, customized, and printed onto a canvas. Th company also offers fingerprint. According to the Web site, the DNA art takes about 6 to 8 weeks , and the fingerprints art about 4 to 6 weeks. Prices range from $190 to $790.

Remind your family at holiday gatherings how much you all have in common, or woo potential mates with proof of genetic competence hanging over the fireplace (I swear, the Casanova gene exists) with your DNA self-portrait. DNA 11 also offers a metal gift box that's perfect for that special holiday surprise, containing the DNA or fingerprint collection kit needed for the recipient to get their own, unique art piece.