Ben Scogin Portfolio
Ben Scogin
architecture
UCLA TeenARCH Perloff Hall Extension
With my models and their development I have really experimented and analyzed how curves can be used in architecture. All this led me to my final model which has a more structured approach, featuring wooden supports to give the curves a more building-like appearance as well as being scaled to fit within Perloff Hall.
Physical Model placed inside scaled down Perloff Hall Replica
My building features 13 curves that extend from the top and sides of the model to the bottom, each twisting and changing uniquely to create 13 distinct shapes to create the model. The negative space between the curves also create a unique atmosphere as they provide natural light as well as shade to the people inside as well as keeping the two spaces separate. The building is supposed to be an extension to the Perloff Hall art gallery. The building will allow art pieces to be viewed in natural sunlight creating a different perspective on the art displayed as well as providing a better viewing existence for any visitors or at creators that are at any given art exhibit.
Rhino Elevation Drawing
The materials are essential for completing the structure to my creative vision. The structure will be made of wood and the curves will be made out of metal/steel. This will give the building a finished look as well as complimenting the curving twisting sections by making them look sleek and smooth. The materials also help the structure to make 2 different areas, one within the structure where the art will be displayed and one on the outside of it overall the building displays a lean technique as no part of the building truly intersects with the existing Perloff structure.
Rhino Model rendered into Perloff Hall
Ben Scogin
visual ARTs
Self Portrait, 19” x 15”
Layered self-portrait with missing pieces, each revealing a unique aspect of who I am. The gaps and overlaps reflect different sides of my personality, experiences, and memories—coming together to form an incomplete yet honest view of myself.
I used an X-Acto knife to carve out pieces of black-and-white photos and layered them over each other, mixing in colored paper and newsprint for extra texture and contrast. I added hand-drawn ink patterns, metallic marker details, and graphite shading to bring it all together. The different elements—photos, collage, ink, and metallic touches—play off each other, creating cool contrasts and depth. The piece has a textured, layered look that explores how different materials and cuts can connect and stand out at the same time.
Alice, 8” x 10”
I drew this wax drawing based on a family photograph. Wax crayons, vellum
Bridge, 24” x 18”
Practicing Perspective: Bridge. Pencil, Charcoal, Paper
Skeleton, 18” x 24”
Still Life Sketch Practice: Focusing on a Skeleton Model. Pencil, Charcoal, Paper
Still Life with Skeleton, 18” x 10.5”
I began with initial skeleton sketches in my notebook, then arranged a still life using a model skeleton, draped cloth, scissors, and a wrench. After photographing the composition, I used the photo as a reference to create a detailed pencil drawing.
Art Class, 19 x 15 in.
Pastel drawing of art group. Pastels, Paper
Flowers, 10” x 10”
I created this drawing in one sitting with pastels. I didn’t take my eyes off the flowers to look at the canvas.
Untitled 14” x 6”
I used a darkroom photo, mirrored it, then added hot and cold gradients to intersect with each item. Darkroom Photograph, Pencil, Colored Pencil, Watch band, Lightswitch
A Day in the Life Collection I , 8” x 11”
A mix of my everyday world, crafted from various materials, form a dynamic composition.
I began by applying gouache paint to the background, then layered cut programs, school projects, drawings, homework assignments, a current book, school stickers, Letraset, and various other scraps onto the canvas. To create unity and cohesion, I used colored pencil to bridge the gaps between these elements. My materials included assorted paper, gouache, colored pencil, scissors, glue, Letraset, ink, a printer, and Photoshop.
A Day in the Life Collection II, 8” x 11”
A mix of my everyday world, crafted from various materials, form a dynamic composition.
I began by applying gouache paint to the background, then layered cut programs, school projects, drawings, homework assignments, a current book, school stickers, Letraset, and various other scraps onto the canvas. To create unity and cohesion, I used colored pencil to bridge the gaps between these elements. My materials included assorted paper, gouache, colored pencil, scissors, glue, Letraset, ink, a printer, and Photoshop.
Mexico Sunset, 12.5” x 17.5”
Two photographs cut vertically and horizontally then woven together to make a new photo.
After altering the saturation and hue of my original photo to create a variation, I used a weaving technique to merge both images. With photographs, an X-Acto knife, glue, camera, cutting board, clips, and Photoshop, I intricately layered and interlaced the images, capturing a fresh and vibrant moment
Woven Landscape, 12” x 9”
Two watercolor drawings cut vertically and horizontally then woven together to make a new visual. With water colors, an X-Acto knife, glue, camera, cutting board, and clips, I intricately layered and interlaced the images, capturing a fresh and vibrant moment. Watercolor on rough 200 lb Paper
Sagrada Família, 12.5” x 28”
A layered collage from the Sagrada Familia. With photographs, an X-Acto knife, glue, cutting board, and clips, I cut, layered and pasted them together to create a kaleidoscopic effect. Photography, X-acto knife, tape, paper, Photoshop
Rome, 18” x 24”
Photography, Photoshop
Ben Scogin
performing arts
The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, 2024
Zeus, King & Apollo
Almost Maine, 2023
Randy
Radium Girls, 2022
Tom Kreider