Guide
Korean-style profile photo studios: what to know
Hair and makeup, retouching, how many photos you get and how long delivery takes — confirm these before you go.
Hair and makeup
Many studios offer hair and makeup before the shoot, sometimes as part of the package and sometimes as an add-on. Ask what is included and how much time to allow.
Retouching and number of photos
Packages usually differ by how many photos are retouched and how much input you have in the retouching. Ask how many final photos you receive, in what format, and whether you can choose them yourself.
Delivery
If you are flying home soon, ask how long delivery takes and whether files can be sent by email or messenger.
Bring references
A few example photos of the style you like (pose, background, mood) save time and help when you share no common language with the photographer.
Message the studio directly
Each studio page here has the studio's own contact channels and a message in English and Korean to copy.
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