An Interview With Female Welder and Painter, Gubby Beck

Born and raised in Northern New Jersey, Gubby Beck was always interested in the art world. Beck attended the State University of New York at Plattsburgh and began taking courses in painting, drawing and sculpture, however, immediately fell in love with sculpture. Feeling unsure whether she was able to make a full-time career out of art, Gubby moved to Venice, CA. After living in Venice for 3 years, Beck realized the cost of living prevented her from being creative and decided to move to Joshua tree, where she is now resided working her dream job.