Welcome to Kinaesthetics, LLC
Elevating Performance: Where Sport Intersects Art and Life
Elevating Performance: Where Sport Intersects Art and Life
Kinaesthetics is Dr. Caroline (Kay) Picart’s formula for art, health and life, all mutually incorporated into her dancing and fine art. Trained in classical ballet and ballroom dance, Picart finds motion in every aspect of her work.
Kinaesthetics also features original fine art, focusing on oil, mixed media and fine point pen and ink sketches that have been internationally and nationally exhibited and sold.
About The Artist
Redefining Movement through Art and Sport
Dr. Caroline (Kay) Picart, artist and dancesport athlete, is a philosopher, lawyer, and former molecular biologist educated in the Philippines, England and the U.S. After 21 years as a professor, teaching across the Philippines, South Korea and various parts of the U.S., she proceeded to law school and graduated with honors in 2013. She began her own dance and art company, Kinaesthetics, LLC in 2005. From 2002-2008, Dr. Picart scripted, directed and performed in Florida State University’s 4 TV’s “Global Gatherings,” a TV show that spotlighted dance and culture. She was also an invited judge to the Azalea International Folk Fair’s World Folk Dance Competition, Georgia’s official international festival. Her radio show, Dr. Caroline (Kay) Picart Show, was picked up, in excerpted form, by 56 national and international affiliates in 9 months.
Kay has been trained as a ballet dancer for 16 years, and has training in Philippine and Korean folk dance, as well as Hawaiian dancing, and has been involved with ballroom, as a competitor and performer since 1991, across England, South Korea, and various parts of the U.S. She has been awarded numerous gold, silver and bronze level awards in Arthur Murray and Fred Astaire competitions and has trained with world and national champions like Vivienne Ramsey, Victor da Silva, Eric Luna, Georgia Ambarian, Shirley Johnson, Bruno Collins, and Michael Chapman. In 2005, after winning second nationally with her first professional partner, barely three months after she started training in cabaret (ballroom, ballet, gymnastics), she won second place in the U.S. Open with world champion, Eric Luna. In 2006, after being consistently ranked second nationally, for two years, with three different professional partners, Kay won the 2006 U.S. Open Pro Am Cabaret Championship. Video: USDSC WORLDS 2006.
Creativity and Innovation
Dr. Picart’s work reflects a unique blend of disciplines, constantly pushing the boundaries of thought and creation.
Passion and Dedication
Her lifelong commitment to education, research, and writing exemplifies her deep passion for knowledge and excellence.
Integrity and Trust
Grounded in honesty and a strong moral foundation, Dr. Picart builds lasting relationships based on trust and integrity.
Awards
Experience In Dance
Satisfied Clients
Experience In Arts
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Original Fine Art Paintings and Sketches
Explore our stunning collection of original oil paintings, fine-point pen and ink sketches, and mixed-media fine art, along with prints and postcards that capture the beauty of life through vibrant colors and intricate details. Perfect for enhancing any space.
Discover the Elegance of Ballroom Dance
Step into the vibrant world of ballroom dance and immerse yourself in the true elegance of movement. Join our exciting classes to master essential techniques, build confidence on the dance floor, and carry that poise beyond all expectations.
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Join our dynamic dance classes that blend athleticism with artistic expression, helping you master the art of movement. Explore and purchase unique artistic creations that celebrate the beauty of dance!
"Dr. Picart's pieces are experiments in the exploitation of light and shadow as well as form and texture. Her attention to fine detail reveals her earlier scientific background as a biologist and pre-medical student, with its heavy stress on precision and accuracy. On the other hand, her sensitivity to the creation of concept, mood, atmosphere and emotion are reflective of her former studies in the humanities, as well as her background as a philosopher . . . The Philippine Embassy is indeed happy to see Dr. Picart's work duly appreciated for their artistic value and reflection of the many talents of the Filipino woman."
South Korea
"Her study of biology during her undergraduate days gave her a surgeon's precision allowing her to unearth social illness as well as to depict nature's awesomeness . . . Her pen and ink paintings . . . capture subtle moments of the powerful kick of a ballerina and the glamour of a group dance, which are remnants of her two decades of ballroom dance, another surprise in her career. She seems to have developed a unique mastery in stippling technique or pointillism, extensively used by neo-impressionist painters like Georges Seurat . . . By using three or four layers in her pastels, her fingers created a unique harmony of blue and green, two colors which are extensively employed in her pastels. Serenity and mobility co-exist in her pastel paintings as rough sea waves hit seaside rocks."
Arts Writer
"Dr. Picart is an ideal ballroom dance instructor, from her gentle patience to her positive energy in making each ballroom dance vivacious. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Picart as her dance student for 3 years, learning smooth (waltz, foxtrot, tango, etc.), rhythm (salsa, mambo, cha cha, swing, etc.), and some cabaret elements. Dr. Picart taught me these styles from the perspective of social dancing, competition, and public performance. Dr. Picart is adept in breaking complex patterns into simple elements for anyone to learn. She understands how to put herself in the mental state of the student and see things from his/her perspective, enabling the student to learn. She excels in her conveying the zest or grace of a dance, making her student feel how fun and emotive ballroom dancing can be. Her knowledge of the dances is extensive. Were my geographical location such that I could continue to work with her as dance instructor, I would do so in a heartbeat. The patterns she has taught me remain some of my favorites that I use to this day with my competition partner and with my wife."
Senior Scientist, ENSCO
"I haven’t met a such talented woman in my entire life! She is sensitive, loving and caring; also smart, dedicated and disciplined. She trains her body as she does her mind. She might look petite but she is huge in every aspect of life! I am an awe of what she has accomplished and I am an honored to get to know her."
Medical direct sale associate IHC group
"I do not profess to be an art critic or expert in the field, but I know when a piece of art makes me think or feel. The colors in this beautiful tree and its mirror image remind me of all the joy in my life. I smile every time I walk past it."
Attorney
"My husband and I own several Kay Picart pieces. One of my favorites is Dance Abandonment (pictured), a joyful explosion of movement and color. It makes me happy just to look at it. I have had the pleasure of speaking with Kay in person about her work. Her ability to translate weighty topics into beautiful, thought-provoking works of art is remarkable."
Attorney
"To her extensive practice of the art of dance and full appreciation of the beauty and grace of the human form in motion, Caroline Picart adds a philosopher’s sensibility and vision. Her theory and practice are authenticated by her own passionate engagement with her art. Comprehending the messages the mind sends to the body as fully as the messages the body sends to the mind, she embraces and teaches the art of dance in all its dimensions."
Professor Emeritus of English, Fairleigh Dickinson University.
"The vibrant colors combined with the contemplative gaze in this portrait of the artist capture what I see as her unique personality. I'm privileged to know such a talented artist."
Attorney
"Dr. Caroline Picart is a beacon of creativity and intellect, skillfully intertwining the precision of science with the fluidity of art and dance. Her work is a profound reflection of human experience, where every brushstroke and movement tells a story of grace, strength, and vulnerability. She captures the essence of motion and form in a way that resonates universally, making the abstract feel personal and the intellectual feel deeply emotional. Beyond her extraordinary talents as a professor, attorney, biologist, artist, and dancer, Dr. Picart’s genuine warmth and curiosity make her art—and her presence—a source of inspiration and connection. She is a master of blending worlds, both on canvas and in life."
Motivational Speaker
"Caroline Joan( Kay) S. Picart is my best friend, mentor, and salsa instructor. I met Kay in 2010 in Tallahassee, Florida, before she became a full attorney; she was an English, Philosophy, and Humanities professor. She is an attorney, a scholar, a professor, and a founder of the Kinaesthetics, Art, Dance, and Expression. I took a year of ballroom dancing lessons with her, and not only did she teach me how to dance salsa, how to be graceful, and express my emotions and feelings through dancing, but also the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in mastering a skill. In 2012, I started teaching yoga and salsa lessons and established my own Green Seeds Yoga studio in Tallahassee, Florida. Kay has been one of the most influential people in my life, shaping my career in ways I never thought possible. Her ability to communicate effectively and her peaceful presence are truly inspiring. I am drawn to her gentle tone of voice, gracefulness, and her kind heart that radiates from within. Her spirituality and loving nature are qualities I deeply admire. Her influence is profound, and her unusual commodity expertise across law, academia, and the arts is rare. Her unique career path has allowed her to bring together various skills and perspectives, making her a dynamic and influential figure. She lived a great story and always expressed deep and positive gratitude in all things. She continues to live a great story, makes a significant difference in people's lives, and always expresses deep gratitude for everything."
Yoga & Salsa Instructor; Nurse
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