Susan “Snowflake” Romero (December 1955 – February 11, 2026), who potted under her Tewa name Pho-Sa-We, was a world-renowned, award-winning Native American ceramic artist from the Santa Clara Pueblo. Born into a celebrated artistic dynasty as the daughter of master potter Joseph Lonewolf, she began producing her independent works around 1972. Romero achieved widespread international acclaim for her exceptional mastery of the sgraffito (etched) technique, creating meticulously detailed, museum-quality miniature seed pots. Her work uniquely blended a polished palette of redware, tan matte, and rich jewel-toned clays with intricate imagery of wildlife, Pueblo warriors, and geometric patterns. Beyond her profound contributions to Native American art, she was deeply admired for her sharp humor and her lifelong dedication to sheltering stray animals. Today, her legacy endures through her highly collectible pieces, which are held in prestigious galleries and private collections worldwide.
