What is Your Superpower?
Gail DeSart – Artist, Wellness Advocate, and Lifelong Creative
Gail DeSart, raised in the small artistic town of Ojai, California, and now lives in Ventura, has spent over 43 years dedicated to health, wellness, and creativity. A wife, mother of two daughters, and Gran Gigi to four amazing grandbabies. Gail lives a life rich in purpose, family, and passion.
Gail is the founder and owner of Mind & Body Wellness Studio, Inc., a Ventura Pilates Studio, where she helps transform lives through her holistic approach to physical and mental well-being. Gail is known globally for her expertise, knowledge and dedication to the connection between body, mind, and spirit.
"I don't' know where I'm going from here but I promise it won't be boring!"
A creative at heart, Gail has always explored new outlets—from crafts, making jewelry and candles to ballet, tap, trapeze, and running marathons. Her love for movement and the arts naturally extended to visual art.
"Permanently covered in paint and passion"
The COVID-19 shutdown in 2020 became a pivotal moment for Gail. When she had to temporarily close her Pilates studio, she turned to art—immersing herself in drawing, painting, pottery and quickly developed a passion for color, texture, and creative exploration. Since then, she has continued to grow as an artist through both online and in-person classes. Gail has studied fluid art through pour painting with SheleeArt among others, experimented with techniques inspired by artists like Bob Ross and ColorByFeliks. She has even delved into Encaustic painting under the guidance of Alicia Tormey.
"Made with Ambition, Finished with Flair"
In 2024, Gail enrolled in the Milan Art Institute Mastery Program—an experience she calls life-changing. There, she deepened her skills in oil, acrylic, ink, and mixed media, unlocking a new artistic voice. Oil painting quickly became her favorite medium, allowing her to express emotion, movement, and intuition on canvas.
In May of 2025, She graduated from the MAI Mastery Program and now has developed a powerful, evolving portfolio. Her work reflects her vibrant spirit, curiosity, and her belief that creativity is essential to a fulfilling life.
Gail continues to inspire through both her artwork and her wellness practice—proof that reinvention and passion know no age limits.
