Bring your needlework project and meet up at WAM! Inspired by Isaac Soyer’s painting Woman Knitting, enjoy an informal evening of creativity and conversation hosted by Bethany Janssen, artist and owner of The Sewing Center. Drop in anytime between 6 and 8 pm.

Bethany Janssen, artist and owner of The Sewing Center Wichita. Bethany blends lifelong artistry with a teaching background, enriching her shop with diverse skills. From theater costume design to community art projects, her experience reflects a commitment to community and sustainability. Passionate about eco-friendly and fair-trade materials, she curates unique fabrics, including vintage prints, fostering fond memories and intriguing narratives. Bethany resides in historic Riverside with her loving husband and two delightful children, mere blocks from her beloved shop. Learn more: https://www.wichitasewing.com/

Isaac Soyer, born in Russia in 1902, was a prominent American social realist painter known for his depictions of working-class life in New York City. He was one of six children, with twin brothers who were also painters. The family immigrated to the United States in 1912, settling in the Bronx. Soyer studied art at various institutions and painted portraits as well as scenes of everyday life, often focusing on the working class. He also taught art classes for the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project.

Isaac Soyer, Woman Knitting, 1946. Oil on canvas, 14 x 7 inches, Wichita Art Museum, John W. and Mildred L. Graves Collection, 1998.46

About WAM Nights: We’re open late on Fridays until 9 pm! Get your weekend started with after-hours access to the galleries and shopping in the Museum Store. WAM Nights include programs with artists, musicians, and performers–don’t miss your chance to see the art at WAM in a new way! The museum comes to life with local creatives during WAM Nights!