Photographer Position: The photographer stands on the stone steps and shoots from a standing position. Model Position: The model stands inside the ancient building, leaning against the railing. Pose: Hands resting on the railing, face turned slightly to either look at the photographer or elsewhere. Composition: The photographer should capture the ancient building, the yellow wall, and the water in full view. Using a phone’s camera and zooming in by about 1.5 times is fine, but a camera is better.

Yaohu Town - Ancient Building by the Water with Yellow Walls

Photographer Position: The photographer stands on the wooden bridge for the shot. Model Position: The model stands on the stone bridge, leaning against the railing. Pose: One hand leaning on the railing, face slightly turned, looking either at the photographer or at the water. Composition: The photographer should capture the pavilion, the stone bridge, the small boat in the background, and the terracotta figures. Use a phone with a 2x zoom or a camera for better results.

Yaohu Town - Taoren at the Lake Pavilion

Photo by Yaohu Town - Take a photo with the lake water and mountains at the stone shore by the lake.

Yaohu Town - Take a photo with the lake water and mountains at the stone shore by the lake.

The photographer stands at a high point to take a bird's-eye view, using the winding path as a leading line in the composition to guide the viewer's eye. The curve naturally extends and guides the gaze. The frame should include the foreground water, the mid-ground path, and the background of distant mountains and white buildings to enhance the sense of depth. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to ensure the overall scene is clear, showcasing the rhythmic beauty of the water and the path. Other tips: It is best to visit and take photos on a sunny day. The recommended visit duration is 3 to 4 hours.

Yaohu Town - Aerial views of water features and winding trails

Below the arch bridge, use a level shooting angle with the ancient building centered in the frame, highlighting the intricate eaves of the roof. Include the bridge structure in the foreground to add depth. Shoot with a standard focal length to ensure a harmonious proportion between the building and the frame. Admission price is 60 RMB.

Yaohu Town - Ancient Town Architecture and Riverways in the Same Frame

Photographer Position: The photographer stands on the road, shooting from a standing position. Model Position: The model stands on the wooden bridge. Pose: Standing, arms crossed, face slightly turned, looking at the photographer or elsewhere. Composition: The photographer should capture the full view of the "Zi Di Cha Tian" (four characters), using a smartphone with 2x zoom or a camera for better quality.

Yaohu Town - Purple Earth Tea Heaven

Photo by Yaohu Town - Filming evening waterside Chinese-style architecture

Yaohu Town - Filming evening waterside Chinese-style architecture

Photo by Yaohu Town - Yaohu Archway and Trees

Yaohu Town - Yaohu Archway and Trees

Photographer Position: The photographer stands at the very top of the stone steps to take the shot. Model Position: The model stands at the middle of the stairs, close to some of the stone railings. Pose: The model has one foot on the higher step and the other on the lower step, pretending to be walking forward and looking down at the scenery beside them. Composition: The photographer should capture the model, the yellow wall, and the pine tree in full. Use a phone with a 1.5x zoom for better results, but a camera is even better.

Yaohu Town - Pine Tree Corridor

The photographer stands in front of the exhibition hall entrance, using a side angle and frame composition, with the arched doorway serving as a natural frame to highlight the “Song Kiln Exhibition Hall” sign inside. The plaque above is centered at the top of the frame, enhancing the recognition of the main subject. The plaque, arched doorway, and parts of the ground tiles are detailed to preserve architectural features. A wide-angle lens is recommended to fully capture the entrance structure and text information. Additional tips: Avoid peak hours and visit during off-peak times.

Wuxi Yaohu Town - Entrance to Song Kiln Exhibition Hall