Born in England, Beck made aliyah to Israel in 1973. A Jerusalem based artist and writer, his prose writing, poetry, essays and journalism appear in newspapers and journals in Israel, the USA and the UK. Some of his more known works are "The Book of Jonah" etchings, and the "Ushpizin" prints. His prints and limited edition art-books have been exhibited and purchased by libraries and collectors in Israel, the USA, the UK, and the FSU.