Adriel Soloway

I am from Santa Fe, grew up around the workshops, and studied illustration, design, and photography. Recently I’ve been having lots of fun with printmaking. What most interests me about the creative process is the way someone’s inner world is able to take form and be shared with others. My goal is to assist in […]

Lauren Joseph

Hi there! My name is Lauren Joseph. I’m an award winning photo editor, producer and researcher based in Brooklyn, New York. I’m really excited to join SFW as an online facilitator. Education and creativity are values that drive me both personally and professionally. I can’t wait to contribute my expertise to foster a welcoming and […]

Jennifer Manfred

I’m Jennifer or Jen (but never Jenny, Forrest Gump ruined that nickname for me) and I’m the Director of Marketing, hailing from sunny Seattle, Washington. I graduated from the University of Washington (go Huskies) with a BA in Communication, a BA in Political Sciences, and an MBA in Marketing. I’ve been in the marketing field […]

Elsa Boscarello

My name is Elsa Boscarello, and I’m a freelance photographer based in Reno, Nevada. I’ve been running a portrait and event photography business for over 8 years, and I recently launched an online print shop to expand my reach and share long-term photography projects. Outside of work, I have a thing for heights – you […]

Lilo Danielyan

Lilit (Lilo) Danielyan is an Armenian-American photographer and filmmaker whose work is centered around subjects of migration, belonging, and nostalgia. She is an artist-photographer for the book Dear Maine: The Trials and Triumphs of Maine’s 21st Century Immigrants. Lilo was born in Armenia but grew up in Central Kazakhstan, where her family relocated shortly after […]

Amanda Quintana-Bowles

Amanda, an 11th generation New Mexican, was born and raised in Santa Fe and is an accomplished vocalist, musician, photographer and artist. Her evolution as a creative and her professional training in branding, graphic arts, and design has led her to become a highly regarded mentor. Drawing people in with her warmth and approachability, Amanda uses her […]

Olivia Pike

I am a freelance photographer/photo editor, currently based out of Vine Grove Kentucky, where I was born and raised.  I went to college to study design and illustration, but fell in love with photography after my first class in the darkroom.  I graduated with a BFA in 2D Studio Art with a concentration in Photography from […]

Montse Carty

Hello! I’m Montse and work both as an Instructor and Facilitator for SFW. I work with our wonderful instructors to ensure they have everything they (and our students!) need to run the class smoothly. Additionally, I will be teaching a course on Creative Writing (Hybrid Forms in Literary Nonfiction)! I am named after a mountain […]

Renie Haiduk

Hola! I’m Renie Haiduk and I am the Director of our México programs in San Miguel de Allende. For over 25 years, I was the Director of Operations at SFW, including our México programs. My responsibilities included hiring and training seasonal staff, working with instructors to create dynamic schedules, and to produce successful workshops. My […]

Jake Baca

I am a seasoned multimedia producer and now also a Course Facilitator for SFW Online. My goal at SFW is to provide top quality remote assistance with our online courses, and to keep an open line of communication for all parties involved leading to a great student experience. I have been producing media in the […]