Gene Editing & Designer Babies

DNA + Scales of Justice + Babies in Blankets

Latest illustration for Answers Magazine (Jan-March 2016) on gene splicing/editing and the genetic technique "CRISPR" which allows direct editing of specific genes. Brings a whole new meaning to "find, cut and paste."

I wanted a dark and heavy/weighted tone conveyed as this is a eerie scientific breakthrough but also a moral issue that shouldn't be ignored.

Attached are two closer images of part of the actual spread. Press 'Z' for zoom or click to see larger!