# Maternity photos with dress rental at Seongsu self-photo studio U&E - By Dabin (https://superchart.com/en/@swatch-counter-seoul/) - Written Sep 23, 2026 - Local places › Things to do › Gwangjin, Seoul - Sponsored: This is a review written after receiving a complimentary photoshoot from U&E Studio Seongsu. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@swatch-counter-seoul/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@swatch-counter-seoul/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@swatch-counter-seoul/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/index.md) ## In short U&E Studio Seongsu is a self-photo studio on Gwangnaru-ro in Gwangjin, Seoul, where couples can rent a dress and shoes for 5,000 won and shoot their own maternity photos. A couple at 35 weeks shot with the remote control and the studio's props, picked 5 of the original files, and received 6 retouched prints by courier. For couples who feel awkward in front of a photographer, a self-shot maternity session at U&E Studio Seongsu is the easier choice. ## Good to know - **Location**: Room 302, 3F, 347 Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (U&E Studio Seongsu) - **Outfit rental**: 5,000 won extra - **Parking**: 4 spots along the wall behind the building, first come first served; free when using the building lot - **Booking**: Reserve in advance through Naver Reservation - **What you get**: Original files by email; pick 5 photos, including the event photo, for 6 retouched prints - **Turnaround**: About 5 days after you select the originals; prints sent by courier *as written by the visitor on Sep 23, 2026* ## Why we shot it ourselves at U&E Studio Seongsu instead of hiring a photographer U&E Studio Seongsu is a self-photo studio on the 3rd floor of 347 Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. I thought there was still so much time left after confirming the pregnancy, but suddenly here we are at 35 weeks... time really does fly. I gained a lot of weight during pregnancy and wasn't really into having my photo taken to begin with, so I hadn't planned on doing maternity photos. But as the due date got closer, I felt like I should leave something behind for the future. So through a good opportunity, we went and took maternity photos at U&E Studio Seongsu. We actually had a free maternity photoshoot voucher included in our postpartum care center package, but my husband and I thought it would be a bit awkward having a photographer shoot us in a studio. So after thinking it over, we decided — let's just shoot ourselves comfortably and freely! — and while searching for info, we found U&E Studio Seongsu. ![Maternity photo shot at U&E Studio Seongsu self-photo studio](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-01-1lige-900.webp) ## Parking and directions: 4 first-come spots behind the building We booked in advance through Naver Reservation and arrived at our scheduled time. Even though it's in Seongsu, it's tucked at the edge of the neighborhood, so it wasn't crowded even on a weekend, which was nice. ![Exterior of the building housing U&E Studio Seongsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-02-chqk0-900.webp) We drove there, and there was plenty of parking space behind the building, which was convenient. However, only 4 spots along the wall line are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you visit in the afternoon there might not be a spot left. In that case, they told us you'd need to use a nearby paid parking lot. Using the building's parking lot is free! ![Free parking space behind the building](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-03-c0b1n-900.webp) ![Building entrance with parking guide signage](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-04-dqxzp-843.webp) U&E Seongsu is located on the 3rd floor of the building. Once you're on the 3rd floor, go to room 302 on the left. ![Entrance to U&E Studio Seongsu, room 302 on the 3rd floor](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-05-1spn5-900.webp) ![Signage in front of the studio entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-06-xz0gg-900.webp) When you step inside, a staff member comes out to guide you — we changed into indoor shoes and headed into the hallway. ![Studio hallway where guests change into indoor shoes](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-07-1ddvb-900.webp) ## How big is the shooting room at U&E Studio Seongsu? They led us to the shooting room at the far end, and I saw a clean studio with high ceilings. It was bigger than I expected, plenty of room for several people to shoot together. Looking at reviews, a lot of people do group photos there too — now I see why. ![Spacious shooting room with high ceilings](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-08-1d7i7-900.webp) ![Studio space large enough for group shoots](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-09-1yoo6-900.webp) ## Dress and shoe rental for 5,000 won The best part was how varied the props were. First off, there was a good variety of dresses and shoes, which seemed really useful for self-wedding shoots, maternity shoots, and more. Costume rental costs an extra 5,000 won, but if you tried to prepare your own outfit and shoes separately for a shoot, it usually costs double in both money and time — so this felt like a big advantage. ![Rack of dresses available for rental](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-10-1e20n-900.webp) ![Shelf of shoes for shooting](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-11-cu428-m-900.webp) ### The props: dolls, balloons and a fake cake Looking through reviews, a lot of people bring their babies along for family photos too. There were kids' outfits of course, plus dolls, glasses, balloons, cake models, and all sorts of other props — actually using them during the shoot made it fun instead of boring. ![Display of props including dolls and glasses](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-12-18tsu-900.webp) ![Corner with balloon and cake model props](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-13-1kwcu-900.webp) There were also flowers and larger props — honestly, out of all the self-photo studios I've tried, this had the widest variety of props. My husband and I tend to freeze up a bit when taking photos, but with so many props to use, we looked less awkward, which was great! ![Area with flowers and large prop models](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-14-w3egn-900.webp) ![Corner of the studio filled with various props](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-15-xx34h-900.webp) ### The makeup area and fitting room There's also a makeup zone and fitting room, so it was easy to change outfits and get ready. ![Makeup zone and fitting room with a mirror](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-16-w80am-900.webp) There were several sample shots posted on the wall too, which were great for referencing poses and prop ideas. Those props and examples really helped us out! ![Sample photos on the wall for pose reference](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-17-15t8r-900.webp) ![Wall with example photos showing prop use](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-18-watr2-900.webp) ## How the shoot works: remote control and monitor The shooting setup was simple — press a button on the remote and it takes the photo automatically — and there was a monitor right in front so we could check each shot as we went. ![Remote-controlled camera and preview monitor](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-19-1v6ko-900.webp) We tried out each prop one by one and shot all kinds of photos, and when we checked the shots on the computer at the end, I loved them. Shooting ourselves really did make things look more natural and less stiff. ## When do the original files and prints arrive? They sent the original photos to the email we'd given in advance. From those, you choose a total of 5 images, including one for an event, and they retouch and print a total of 6 photos. This process takes about 5 days from when you select the originals to delivery. The printed photos were sent by courier, so we didn't need to make another trip, which was convenient. ![Retouched printed photo of the couple's maternity shoot](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-20-1gwz4-1200.webp) ![Printed maternity photos received by courier](https://img.superchart.com/images/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress-21-1mec2-m-966.webp) I liked the originals, but the retouched versions definitely had a more polished, put-together feel. Seeing them made me love them even more, and I know we'll cherish them as a precious memory!! If you want a relaxed, natural vibe for your maternity photos, I recommend U&E Seongsu! ## Where it is - U&E Studio Seongsu (유앤이 성수점) - 302, 3F, 347 Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 광진구 광나루로 347 3층 302호 - 37.5484333, 127.0686477 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%9C%A0%EC%95%A4%EC%9D%B4%20%EC%84%B1%EC%88%98%EC%A0%90/@37.5484333,127.0686477,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@swatch-counter-seoul/uandi-seongsu-self-studio-maternity-dress/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt