Photography tips: The model stands in the middle of the pavilion, and the photographer stands below the steps, 3-5 meters away. Pose: Wearing a single-shoulder bag, stand in the middle of the pavilion with hands relaxed. Travel advice: Free, open from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM (open year-round). Shooting time: August 9th, 1:00 PM. Shooting equipment: Panasonic S52 with 35-150mm lens and Panasonic LX5.

Shanghai Qu Shui Garden - Pavilion

Photography Tips: The model should place one hand on the door and one foot outside the door frame, while the photographer composes the shot to include both the model and the plaque behind them. Poses: The model places one hand on the door and one foot outside the door frame. Travel Tips: Free admission, open hours 6:00-17:00 (open year-round). Shooting Time: August 9th at 2:00 PM. Camera Equipment: Panasonic LX5.

Qushui Garden - Ninghe Hall

Photography Tips: - Model stands inside the square gate, hand on hip. Photographer stands at the left front, maintaining a distance of 2-3 meters. Poses: - Model stands inside the square gate, hand on hip. Travel Tips: - Free admission, open hours 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM (open year-round). Shooting Details: - Date and Time: August 9th, 2:00 PM. - Camera: Panasonic LX5.

Qushui Garden - Square Entrance of the Courtyard Wall

Using tree trunks as a backdrop can add depth and a dreamy aesthetic to the photo, guiding the viewer's focus to the subject. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free; ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM. 2. Dress Code: Wear traditional Hanfu. 3. Additional Tips: Choose early morning or dusk for softer lighting, which makes the plum blossoms appear even more delicate.

Qushui Garden - Stones under the Plum Tree

Photography Tips: The model stands between two stone lions, with one hand on the waist looking at the camera, and the photographer captures the shot from a symmetrical angle, 2-3m away. Posing Suggestions: The model stands between two stone lions, with one hand on the waist, looking at the camera. Travel Tips: Free admission, open from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM (open year-round). Shooting Time: August 9th, 2:00 PM. Camera Equipment: Panasonic LX5.

Qu Shui Yuan - Shi Men

Using plum blossom branches as the foreground to create a frame within the frame, adds depth to the composition. The photographer shoots from a low angle, slightly looking up, placing the model in the blurred part of the plum blossom foreground, making the subject stand out. Using an 85mm lens or the 2x zoom on a smartphone creates a shallow depth of field, emphasizing the blurred foreground effect. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free; ② Operating Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM; ③ Best Shooting Time: Choose early morning or dusk when the light is soft, making the plum blossoms appear more delicate. 2. Props: - None specified. 3. Outfit Suggestions: - Wear a hanfu (traditional Chinese dress) to blend with the plum blossoms and garden. Add some small props to help with posing.

Qushui Garden - Flower God Hall Plum Blossoms

Use a frame composition, utilizing the archway as a visual frame to combine the distant scenery (red tree shadows) with the nearby plum blossoms, creating a sense of depth. The photographer should stand in a slightly lower position and shoot from a low angle, allowing the plum blossom branches to occupy the upper part of the frame while highlighting the archway in the center. It is recommended to use a 50mm focal length (1x on a phone) to avoid overcrowding in the image. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM 2. Additional Tips: No dogs allowed. After 5:00 PM, the site is open for night tours, but indoor areas are not open for visits. However, the artificial hill and water pool areas feature light shows and lanterns.

Qu's Water Garden - Mei Garden's Plum Blossoms

The photographer used the rule of thirds to divide the scene into foreground, midground, and background. The foreground features an ancient and graceful wax plum tree, the midground is a simple white wall, and the background showcases the roof of traditional Chinese architecture. A medium telephoto lens was used to compress the space, highlighting the pairing of the wax plum tree and the Chinese architectural elements. The overall tone of the image is understated and elegant, with soft lighting, creating a tranquil and classical Chinese atmosphere. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: Free; ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM. 2. Additional Tips: ① No dogs allowed; ② Night tours are available after 5:00 PM, but indoor areas are not open. However, the artificial hills and water pools have light shows and lanterns.

Qu Shui Garden - Ting Lu Ge with White Walls and Winter Sweet