A new-format photo studio where you can create a self-portrait in your own rhythm – alone or with the ones you love. No photographer, no pressure, no gaze but yours.

to spend some quality time

Woman taking a fashionable self-portrait at PAUSE STUDIO in Barcelona
Self-portrait session with a Australian Shepherd puppy dog at PAUSE STUDIO in Barcelona

by yourself

with loved ones

Couple taking professional wedding self-portraits without a photographer
Group of colleagues, a team takes self-portrait session at PAUSE self-photo studio in Barcelona

with your team

on a special day

trust the process

01

Pick the studio and book your time. Come by 5–10 minutes early. Our administrator will meet and guide you.

02

Relax, be yourself, look in the mirror, press the clicker. Take as many portraits as you like.

03

All photos will be edited automatically in one of our signature styles and sent to your email within 24 hours.

schedule a time with us

studio 1: white cyclorama

Self-portrait of woman with brown hair on a white studio background in Barcelona

White cyclorama is a classic background + a great space for creativity.

studio 2: grey concrete

Concrete studio – for contrast shots and experimenting with different looks.

  • Young boy, wearing a dark sports jersey FC Barcelona, posing during a self-portrait session at PAUSE STUDIO Barcelona
  • Black and white self-portrait in the Concrete Studio at PAUSE
  • Woman taking professional self-portraits without a photographer with her dog puppy
  • Group self-portrait session at PAUSE self-photo studio in Barcelona bachelorette party
  • Self-portrait of male actor model on a concrete background at PAUSE STUDIO Barcelona
  • Creative model test self-portrait on a white studio background
  • Family photo session with a dog during a self-portrait session in Barcelona

gift certificate

A gift for friends – with or without a special occasion, someone you love, mom and dad for family portraits, new parents to capture time with their child, your team or colleagues for fresh business portraits.

+ Valid for 6 months from purchase.

+ Available in digital and printed formats.

buy a certificate
PAUSE STUDIO self-portrait session gift card, gift certificate for a self-photosession in Barcelona
Modern interior of PAUSE self-portrait studio in central Barcelona
Fashion self-portrait detail at PAUSE STUDIO

We invite you to spend some time with us. PAUSE STUDIO was created as an atmospheric space with a social and coworking area, a curated selection of items for sale, and non-alcoholic drinks for your comfort.

Film single use KODAK cameras, photography products, journals, Unusual city guide at PAUSE STUDIO Barcelona

frequently asked questions

  • Create a playlist with songs you love to set the mood – each studio has a speaker. You can also look at photo references for inspiration. But most of all, we suggest relaxing and being yourself.

  • Our studio is designed for portraits, with up to 4 people in one studio per time slot. For groups of 5, an additional guest fee of €20 applies. If you’re a group of 6+ you have to book two sessions or two studios for a more comfortable experience.

    This does not apply to families with kids under 5.

    Contact us +34667302121 and we’ll arrange everything.

  • A 45-minute self-portrait session costs €70 on Mondays and Tuesdays and €80 from Wednesday to Sunday for groups of up to 4 people.

    For groups of 5, there is an additional €20 per extra person. For groups of 6+, booking a second time slot or a second studio is required to make sure everyone has enough space and time for the session.

    This rule does not apply to families with children under 5.

  • -5€ for students

    Students enjoy 5€ off their session at PAUSE STUDIO. Use the code PAUSESTUDENTS when booking. Please bring your student ID to apply the discount.

    -5€ for your birthday

    Celebrate your birthday at self portrait studio. Enjoy 5€ off your booking within 3 days before or after your birthday. Use the code BIRTHDAYATPAUSE. Please bring a document to apply the discount.

  • Of course! We’re pet-friendly and happy to welcome your furry companions.

  • You can reschedule or cancel your session once. Any changes must be made at least 24 hours in advance. To do this, please contact us at +34667302121.

  • Yes. For studio 1 white cyclorama, if you’d like to take photos in shoes, please bring a clean pair so the background stays spotless. You can also be photographed barefoot, in socks, or in clean shoes with the soles covered in masking tape (we’ll provide it before the session).

  • All images are processed in one of our signature styles: a warm color edit like the touch of Barcelona sun on the skin, or a more artistic black and white. The process is automated, so studio-quality photos are sent to your email within 24 hours and are visible only to you.
    Please remember to save your photos within 7 days while the download link is active.

  • For the best experience, we ask you to arrive 5–10 minutes before your session.


    Up to four people can be in one studio at the same time. For larger groups, please book consecutive time slots or two studios.


    In our studio, it’s not possible to take photos with paint, confetti, food or drinks, smoke or steam, or lit cigarettes.


    We ask everyone to treat the space and the people around them with respect. For this reason, photo sessions with political symbols, discriminatory, or offensive messages are not allowed.

  • Yes, of course! You can rent PAUSE STUDIO for private events, birthdays, workshops, talks, brand events, pop-ups and other creative projects.

    You can simply rent the space or add a self-portrait experience for your guests.

    Find available options and prices on our events page.