Scott NgContributed by OneThreeOneFour
For couples travelling to South Korea for a variety of reasons such as celebrating their recent engagement, an upcoming birthday or even an anniversary, here is something for you to chew over: Why not plan for a couple photoshoot while on vacation? The concept of a casual couple shoot is also known as “date snaps” and it is about capturing moments of your date in a fuss-free and fun manner.
In this article, we list some of our favourite outdoor pre-wedding photoshoots done in Korea that we hope you can gain some inspirations from.
1. Have a romantic picnic date
A picnic date photoshoot will be most alluring during spring with flowers in full bloom, or during autumn when the branches in the parks are thick with leaves in reddish brown hues!
At Dosan Park, Seoul
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At Hangang River, Seoul
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2. Walk hand in hand for a stroll through the park
With breathtaking natural beauty all around, a photoshoot in the park will definitely be a good place to start! Visit the popular Seonyudo Park in Seoul to pose with the seasonal flowers of the Botanic Gardens.
At Seonyudo Park, Seoul
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3. Watch the sunset in each other’s arms
After spending the whole day together exploring Seoul, arrange for a photoshoot to coincide with the sunset. Not only will you get to enjoy the great view, your photos will be basked in glorious orange tints.
View all photos of Korean Casual Engagement Photoshoot by Bohemio Photo.
4. Traipse under the umbrella of cherry blossom trees
Since cherry blossoms have been understood to represent the beauty of life, celebrate the life you have together with your significant other! Furthermore, cherry blossoms don’t bloom just anytime and anywhere, so grab the opportunity while you’re in Korea during spring.
At Dream Forest, Seoul
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5. Go shopping in Hongdae
The streets of Hongdae will be like a breath of fresh air! With street music playing in the background, this vibrant shopping district is a unique place for you to have your couple photoshoot.
At Hongdae, Seoul
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6. Admire the street art with your love
Take this opportunity to appreciate art in urban environments. The street art will add a pop of colour to your photos and you can be comical and casual when you pose with them!
At Ihwa Mural Village, Seoul
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At Samcheong-dong, Seoul
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7. Visit a tea plantation
A tea plantation makes a fantastic place for a couple photoshoot with its serene surroundings, vast open space and clear blue skies.
At O’Sulloc Green Tea Museum in Jeju-do
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8. Explore an abandoned amusement park
Release your inner-child and have a ball of a time at an abandoned amusement park in Korea. With most of the facilities still intact, you can use them as props for your photoshoot!
At Yongma Land, Seoul
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9. Hunt for canola fields in spring
The sunshine yellow canola fields will be in full bloom in spring, so visit then if you’re considering it as one of your date snap location. Just make sure not to commit any illegal trespassing that could get you into trouble!
At Seopkikoji, Jeju-do
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10. Feast on yummy street food
What better way to enjoy a date than eating together, right? Since there are heaps of street food stalls in Korea, documenting your trip at one would be a good representation of your time there!
At a Korean street food stall (pojangmacha), Seoul
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11. Immerse in the Korean culture by trying on traditional costumes
Spend the day pretending to be aristocrats or royalty by strolling around traditional houses while donning colourful Korean costumes!
At Namsangol Hanok Village
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We hope this article sparked some of your interest regarding the idea of “date snaps”. Which of these ideas is your favourite? Tell us in the comment box below!
Also read: 12 Instagram-Worthy Photo Spots in Korea – A Checklist for Your Next BFF Trip
