Digital Photography School

What is PhotoUno?

PhotoUno is a NYC based digital photography school. It is a dream that was made possible through hard work and dedication. Patricia Burmicky, the head instructor at PhotoUno, began her photography career in Venezuela. However, life decided to transport her and Francisco (her husband) to New York City. It was time for a change and with the opportunity to continue her studies here; Patricia was more than happy to accept the challenge. But how did all of this lead to her teaching? Throughout her life Patricia found she had a knack for teaching. She was able to make things simple and fun for anyone to understand. It started with teaching her friend’s mother, then another, then a friend’s friend, until she realized that people really enjoy the simplicity and the enthusiasm in her way of teaching. With the support of her husband, PhotoUno Photography School came to be. Since then we are happy and proud to say that our photography school has expanded considerably. We can only hope to continue to grow with the help and support of our students.

What is our Mission?

Our mission is pretty simple … 

We want to provide the hobbyist photographer with the best learning experience. We want to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to become the photographer you want to be. 

Your next question should be … how is PhotoUno going to help ME become a digital photographer?

We are going to provide the best teachers to help you become the best photographer you can be. Our photography courses are designed to be easy and simple to understand, and with a low student to instructor ratio you receive the attention you deserve. That attention, as you will see, comes from our instructors who have gone through a PhotoUno training program in order to insure the consistency in all of our classes. With our spacious and comfortable classrooms, you will find it fun and easy to understand your photography course. There will be nothing you cannot accomplish at PhotoUno!! 

What does PhotoUno have to offer?

Our photography school has everything to offer you!! We offer courses for all levels of photographers; whether you are holding a camera for the first time or are ready to learn professional techniques, PhotoUno is always here to help. We also offer workshops and seminars on many different photography subjects. And of course we give private classes, tailored to our student’s specific needs. No matter what you are looking for PhotoUno can help you.

Where will I be learning? 

Our school is located on 46th Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue. We have beautiful ample space to get the hands on training you need with your camera. In order to insure that all of our students are getting the most out of their photography course we take no more than nine students per class. But don’t fret!! We offer more than enough sections to accommodate as many students as possible. 

Who will be teaching me?

Our instructors come from many different renowned photography schools. However, they have all gathered here for one sole purpose…their love for photography. Even though they have more than enough knowledge, we provide additional training to insure you have a consistent, positive, and instructive experience at our school.

With this said COME AND MEET OUR STAFF!!!

Our Instructors

Patricia Burmicky

www.patriciaburmicky.com

Patricia was born in Caracas, Venezuela to a Venezuelan-Slovenian family. In 2003, she received a B.S. in industrial engineering from the Simon Bolivar University in Caracas. She also studied photography at the Roberto Mata School of Photography in Caracas. In 2008, Patricia moved to New York to study at the International Center of Photography, where she was awarded with a Directors' Fellowship and graduated in June 2010. Here photographs have been exhibited at the Andrea Meislin Gallery and A.I.R. Gallery in New York. Her photographs have been published in ICP's Shift 2010, Tal Cual (Venezuelan newspaper) and Town and Country (magazine) in the Philippines. 

In 2011, she founded PhotoUno Photography School in Midtown Manhattan where she currently teaches. Patricia lives and works in New York with her husband Francisco and her dog named Pitta.

Marika Robak

http://marikarobak.tumblr.com/

Marika Robak was born in Harris, N.Y., in 1987. She received her M.F.A. in fine art from Pratt Institute in May 2013, and her B.A. in visual art, with a concentration in photography, from Fordham University in 2009. Her photography is created in the documentary style, sometimes with a conceptual slant. Intrigued by the power of storytelling, she often works in series, binding unique images into subtle, yet rich narratives. Marika currently lives and works in the New York City area.

Leticia Valdez

http://leticiavaldezfotografia.com

Leticia is a New York City based freelance fashion and portraiture photographer working with digital, analog and 19th-century alternative photographic processes. Her photographic style is dim and soft, often drawing inspiration from art history and solitude. She is moved by dull and dark color palettes, opting for a quiet and serene mood. Leticia earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the Fashion Institute of Technology and a Master of Arts in Costume Studies from New York University.

Patricia Cordell

https://www.patcordell.com

Patty is a veteran photojournalist based in NYC and working internationally. She has 25 years of photojournalism experience on staff at newspapers, magazines and television, photographing breaking news, pro sports, studio/concept and fashion. Patty worked most recently for the Kyiv Post in Kyiv, Ukraine, documenting the war along the country's south and east battlezones of Kharkiv, Bakhmut, and Dnipro. Patty has a BA in journalism and a MS in multimedia journalism with a concentration in conflict reporting.

Mariana Otalora

https://www.marianaotaloraphoto.com

Mariana Otalora is a New York-based photographer who specializes in portraits, products, and events. She earned her B.S. in Communications from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico in 2014 and her MPS in Digital Photography from the School of Visual Arts in New York in 2024. Her work has been recognized with the James L. Chung Memorial Scholarship from the International Photographic Council at the UN. Mariana’s photography is known for its vibrant colors and often reflects themes of culture and magical realism. She brings a unique perspective on the student experience at PhotoUno, as she was a student at the school before pursuing her MPS.

Brian Edwards

http://www.brianedwardsphotography.com

Brian has been a fashion and still life photographer for over 20 years. His clients include: Ralph Lauren, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s, Pantene, and Banana Republic to name a few. He has also been a guest photographer and judge on several cycles of America’s Next Top Model. Originally from the Seattle area he currently lives in Westchester County, NY.