Korean-Style Professional Profile Photography | STUDIOPEOPLE Seoul

StudioPeople is a popular K-style profile photo studio located in the heart of Hongdae, Seoul.

StudioPeople is one of the most popular K-style profile photo studios in Seoul, located in the heart of Hongdae.
Many foreign travelers, artists, professionals, and even Koreans living abroad visit our studio to experience authentic Korean-style portraits—clean, bright, soft, and naturally flattering.
If you’re visiting Korea and want a K-aesthetic profile photo—similar to K-pop idols, Korean actors, and influencers—StudioPeople offers the perfect Seoul photoshoot experience.

  • Professional posing & expression coaching

  • Bright, natural Korean-style lighting

  • Soft & natural retouching

  • Choose your photos on the same day

  • Digital files included + free prints

Just a 3-minute walk from Hongik Univ. Station (Exit 3).

Korean-style retouching (included in every session)

Korean-style retouching (included in every session)

Our retouching focuses on clean skin tone, balanced lighting, and subtle detail correction
while keeping your natural facial structure.
It’s gentle, refined, and designed to enhance your real look —
a style that many travelers love when visiting Korea.

Before your session

You don’t need to prepare anything special.
Just arrive 20 minutes early — we will guide you through everything:
style selection, posing & expression tips, and retouching options.

If you’d like, you can also look through our sample styles in advance
to get an idea of the look you want.

So please don’t worry — just come comfortably!

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1. HOW TO BOOK

You can choose one of the following booking methods.

For the best price, we highly recommend booking directly through Naver.
If Naver booking is difficult, we can also help you book by bank transfer or PayPal.

Contact Channels

Instagram DM: @studiopeople
KakaoTalk: @studiopeople
Email: studiopeople.kr@studiopeople

Send us this information if you need booking assistance
  • Preferred date & time
  • Number of people
  • Service for each person (Profile 1-cut / 2-cut / ID photo)
  • Preferred payment method: Naver / Bank Transfer / PayPal
Booking Process (Quick Summary)

Check available time slots (real-time)

You can check our real-time available time slots here (no login required):

Profile Photo – Available Times
ID Photo – Available Times

After checking availability, choose your preferred booking method below.

Option 1 — Naver Reservation (Recommended)

Book directly through Naver.
Most of our international customers choose this option for the best price.

  • Same price as Korean customers
  • No extra service fee
  • Pay only the deposit through Naver
  • Pay the remaining balance at the studio

This is the best option if you can use Naver.
Many foreign visitors can now sign up for Naver and book directly.

Option 2 — Bank Transfer Booking Assistance

If Naver booking is difficult, we can assist you with the reservation after receiving the deposit by bank transfer.

  • Wise transfer available
  • Direct transfer to our Korean bank account available
  • Booking assistance fee: 10,000 KRW
  • The remaining balance is paid at the studio
  • Total service price is the same as the Naver booking price

This fee covers booking assistance, schedule coordination, and reservation confirmation.

Option 3 — PayPal Payment

If Naver booking and bank transfer are not available, PayPal payment is also possible.

  • Full payment is required via PayPal
  • PayPal fees and booking assistance fee are included
  • Prices are higher because payment is made in USD
  • Please refer to the USD prices listed on this page

We recommend PayPal only when Option 1 or Option 2 is not possible.

2. PROFILE PHOTO SERVICE

K-style Profile Photoshoot in Seoul (Hongdae)
Perfect for travelers, influencers, LinkedIn headshots, Korean dating profiles, and K-pop inspired portraits.

What does “1-cut / 2-cut” mean?

In Korea, “1-cut” means one final edited photo.
“2-cut” means two final edited photos.
During your session, we take many photos,
and you can choose your favorite shot(s) at the end.

2-cut = 2 final retouched photos
1-cut = 1 final retouched photo
(You still get all the unedited digital files as well.)

Category1 Cut2 Cuts3 Cuts
Price85 USD155 USD245 USD
Retouched Photos123
Raw ShotsApprox. 50–60Approx. 100–120Approx. 150–200
Outfit Changes122 or more
Lighting Concepts122 or more
DurationApprox. 40 minApprox. 1 hr 20 minApprox. 2 hrs
Full Body ShotsNot availableAvailableAvailable

All digital files included (900px long side)

3. Couple & Group Profile Photo Service

Perfect for couples, friends, families, bands, or small groups
looking for clean Korean-style profile photos together.

  • 1-cut shooting time: 30 minutes 
  • 30–50 shots
  • 1 retouched final photo
  • All digital files included (900px long side)
Group size1 Cut(Total price)1 Cut(Total price)
2 People120 USD215 USD
3 People175 USD310 USD
4 People220 USD395 USD
5 People275 USD500 USD
6 People330 USD600 USD

4. ID PHOTO Service – 30 USD

Passport / Visa / Student ID / Work ID (Korean-style clean ID photos)

  • ID PHOTO — $30
  • 9 printed copies included
  • All digital files included
  • Same-day retouching (ready in 30 minutes)
  • Total time: 30 minutes

5. K-BEAUTY HAIR & MAKEUP (OPTIONAL)

Many foreign visitors enjoy a full K-beauty makeover before their photoshoot.
We collaborate with a professional makeup artist:

👉 MOE HAIR & MAKEUP (partnered makeup shop)
https://www.instagram.com/makeup_won

⚠️ Please note: Hair & makeup fees are not included in your StudioPeople photoshoot package. MOE is an independent salon — all pricing and payment are handled directly with MOE.

HAIR & MAKEUP OPTIONS

Reservations neededArrival time
Using MOEMOE + StudioPeople (book separately)Right after MOE (~2 hrs)
Using another salonStudioPeople only20 min before your session
No hair & makeupStudioPeople only20 min before your session
If you choose MOE:
  • Book MOE via Instagram DM (pricing & availability provided by MOE directly)
  • MOE takes about 2 hours — please plan your schedule accordingly
  • StudioPeople cannot book MOE on your behalf
    Same-day retouching (ready in 30 minutes)
  • You may also come with your makeup already done

6. WHAT’S INCLUDED

(All profile & ID services include:)

  • Full posing & expression guidance
  • All digital files (long side 900px)
  • Natural retouching
  • Free prints (Profile: 1 per cut / ID: 9 prints)
  • Choose your style on the day
  • Choose your final cuts on-site

Google Map – StudioPeople Location

StudioPeople – Hongdae, Seoul
3-minute walk from Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3

Why travelers love our K-style profile photos

  • A unique Seoul experience
  • Authentic Korean-style lighting & mood
  • Gentle direction for first-time photoshoot beginners
  • Perfect as a Korea travel memory
  • Great for social media, dating apps, LinkedIn, or artistic use

FAQ

We’ve compiled a list of questions our customers frequently ask.
Click the + below to see the answers.

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