The Korean Wave has captured hearts worldwide, establishing Korea as a trendsetter that goes beyond cultural boundaries. In this vibrant landscape, photography has emerged as a powerful medium, evolving from mere documentation to a true art form. Nestled in the heart of Hongdae, the creative art district, Modelro Studio offers an immersive experience into the artistic photography scene of Korea. The studio not only provides glamorous hairstyles and makeup akin to those seen on K-pop idols but also showcases the most popular photography styles in Korea. Today, let me introduce you to the hottest spot in Hongdae - Modelro Studio!
Modelro Studio
Information
Hours: Everyday 10:00-20:00
Reservation Available Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-11:00, 13:00-19:00 (Reservation available in one-hour increments)
Available Languages: Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese
Address: 15, Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 3rd Floor
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Why We Recommend It
Get a professional photoshoot experience with our expert photographers known for capturing Korean idols.
Discover your unique style with K-Beauty makeup and hairstyling for a flawless look.
Choose from various options like ID photos, profile pictures, or magazine-style shoots.
Let certified makeup and hairstyling experts handle your transformation.
Enjoy easy access to our studio near Hongik University Station.
Example Photos
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Our Visit
*The following section of the blog was translated using AI. Please excuse the spelling and grammatical mistakes.
Today, I visited 'Modelro Studio' located a 1-minute walk away from Hongik University Station.
In Hongdae, where there are many hot places, it's a good idea to stop by while you're out for a visit.
First of all, there is a waiting room like this.
Even if you're getting ready while looking in the mirror, you can also take a look at other example photos.
Especially, there have been occasions when Korean celebrities have also had their photo shoots at Modelro Studio, and famous Japanese influencers have also visited and had their photos taken there.
From this point on, I was even more excited about the photo results.
After a short wait, I moved to the dressing table to receive hair and makeup.
You can receive hair & makeup and have a photoshoot depending on your choice.
When you get it from a regular hair & makeup professional company, it's very expensive, but here you can use it at a reasonable price.
If you don't know how to decorate well or want to take a picture after receiving K Beauty Style Hair & Makeup, I recommend it.
The makeup products of various colors are displayed on the dressing table.
Next to it, there are also products for hair styling!
In hair styling, it is really important to enhance the volume on the sides.
Increasing the volume of the side will make the face shape look slimmer.
For this, we conducted a process called 'bbakkom'.
Once you finish the other side, your hair and makeup will be complete.
The head is turned back in the desired direction of the face, and I took the picture because it looked more natural that way.
Makeup and hair are also fixed with spray, so I'm going to meet my friends after shooting in this state!
In Model Studio, there are various costumes available for rent.
There were many types of suits that could give a professional feeling, so it seems that many people come to take profile pictures or job-hunting photos.
Shoes are also prepared, but the size is limited to about 230mm ~ 240mm, so if you are worried about the size, we recommend bringing your own.
The costumes also included dresses for various concepts.
It's really convenient that you don't have to buy or prepare separate clothes for concept photos.
Now we are entering the stage where we start shooting in earnest.
Editor decided to take detailed ID and concept profile photos.
I wanted to take my detailed ID photo with a slightly professional feel, so I wore the jacket available at the studio and had it taken.
Underneath, there is a reflector that makes the face look more vibrant in the picture.
During the shoot, if I appeared asymmetrical or my posture was awkward, the photographer kindly pointed it out, and I was able to correct it right away.
Next, we will take a concept profile photo.
If you're unsure, you can choose the background color like this, but if you're unsure, it's also okay to ask a staff member for a recommended color that suits you.
Editor chose brown today to capture the autumn feeling.
Concept profile photos were also taken with a reflective plate placed underneath.
Concept profile photos, I wanted to take them with a natural feeling, so I wore the clothes I was originally wearing and took them.
When shooting, you can see the picture in real time on the side and take pictures while checking it directly.
And unlike regular identification photos, you can take various poses, so the photographer recommended several poses to me.
Thanks to various poses being taught, even those who feel awkward about posing can easily take photos!
Now that the shooting is over, I've entered the photo selection process.
There were many photos that I liked more than I thought, so it was difficult to choose.
For concept profile photos, you can choose the background color like this.
The color may vary depending on the purpose, but I chose a gray background because there is no specific purpose.
After the retouching is finished, you can receive the printed photo immediately without having to wait for a long time, as they will directly print it for you.
When the photo is printed, please cut it like this one by one.
Finally, I received 8 ID photos, 12 concept profile photos, 2 card-size printed photos, and 2 4R photos.
I have visited several photo studios before, but this passport photo is my favorite.
*Retouched ID photo
*Original ID Photo
Can you see the difference before and after the correction?
I was able to take naturally beautiful photos because they carefully selected only the advantages without damaging my original face.
You can receive the retouched photo file via email, so please provide your email address directly.
If you have a chance to visit Hongdae, I highly recommend stopping by!
How to Get There
Exit from Hongik University Station Exit 8.
After coming out, cross the pedestrian crosswalk right in front of you and make a right turn.
Go straight.
Please continue straight at the intersection.
I can see a sign on the third floor of the front building.
Arrive on the 3rd floor of the building!
Modelro Studio
We hope that you can enjoy your time at Modelro Studio! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!
