 In addition, he was a founding member and regular contributor to the underground anthology "Yellow Dog", published from 1968–1973.In a detailed 1987 self-portrait, Beck depicted himself in an ecstatic state, high on the act of creation, as he labored at his drawing table late into the night, surrounded by his books, artwork, comics, Pepsi and dog.An accomplished fine artist, Beck created many paintings in acrylics, oils and watercolors—artwork now sought by international collectors.