Visual Art Foundry
JBU's Art Club

VAF
The Visual Art Foundry is the student-led art club for the artists of John Brown University. We aim to provide a place that encourages and inspires graphic designers, illustrators, photographers and cinematographers to think critically and creatively. Through get-togethers, trips, community outreach, competitions and other events, we seek innovative ways to connect art majors and other artists while enriching all students' education experiences. We are known for the Arties, JBU's annual red-carpet awards show to celebrate student excellence the arts. The VAF is made up of four sub-clubs: Design Mill, InFocus, Sketchy and Student Filmmaker Society.
Get Involved
Anyone is welcome to get involved with the VAF! Sign up anytime.
Regular membership is free. You don't have to pay to get involved. We have a lot of events, parties and guest speakers that don't cost you a single cent. If you want to be a Regular member, just select "Regular" and we will contact you about what's happening and you can choose when you want to come!
Premium members get discounts (and a t-shirt). For $15 a year, you can go to some VAF events at a discount, gain access to some exclusive events and submit work to the Student Works Show for a discounted price. If you select "Premium," you will have to bring $15 to Jeannie in the Art West offices. We'll contact you when it's time to pick up your t-shirt and let you know about discounts and special events throughout the year!
Questions? Email VAF Presidents Jane Mulkey at MulkeyJ@jbu.edu, or Brooke Bowlin at BowlinB@jbu.edu.
Sign Up
Please fill out this form to get put on an email list and receive information throughout the year about all the fun events and activities we have to offer!
VAF Sub-Clubs
Design Mill
VAF Graphic Design Sub-Club
led by Sarah Melby and Will Echols
InFocus
VAF Photography Sub-Club
led by Amanda Cunningham and Millie Cooper
Sketchy
VAF Art & Illustration Sub-Club
led by Jenna Flack and Olivia Wheelock
Student Filmmaker Society
VAF Digital Cinema Sub-Club
led by Chris Ridings and Alan Sloan