Gibson Pearl's unique fusion bellydance roots from her extensive background in tribal fusion, as well as the influence of both traditional folkloric and contemporary modern dance. Gibson began her dance studies in 2000 with Ultra Gypsy director Jill Parker and joined the esteemed company in 2001. There she served as a choreographer, principal dancer, and frequent substitute teacher for Jill's classes until 2006. For most of 2007, she was a member of the newly formed Damage Control Dance Theater, where she also acted as Assistant Director. Other styles studied by Gibson include Turkish Rom with Elizabeth Strong, Tunisian folkloric with Malia DeFelice, and American Cabaret with Nanna Candelaria. Highlights of her performance career include Burning Man, the Crucible's Fire Opera, Therm's Fire Gardens, and the Collaboration! dance festival. She is currently performing as a soloist and in collaboration with other artists.