The model sits on the blue tiles of the rooftop, while the photographer captures the scene from the opposite side, emphasizing the lines of the blue tiles and the atmosphere of the ancient alley.
Additional tips: Shoot on a clear day for better results.

Nanluoguxiang - Rooftop

Photo by Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the ancient character brick wall.

Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the ancient character brick wall.

The model stands by the flower wall, with the photographer 3 meters away. Place the model on the left side of the frame, with the full "Fu" character wall on the right and the flower wall on the left.
1. Equipment: Nikon Z62 + 28-75mm lens.
2. Posing Tips:
① Look at the camera and smile.
② Interact naturally with the flower wall, maintaining a relaxed posture.
3. Trip Tips: It's recommended to shoot in the afternoon for natural, soft lighting.
4. Outfit Suggestions: Wear casual, comfortable clothing for a relaxed and easygoing look.

Nanluoguxiang - Blessing Flower Wall

Photo by Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the Nanlu plaque

Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the Nanlu plaque

Photo by Tangfang Coffee (Nanluoguxiang Branch)

Tangfang Coffee (Nanluoguxiang Branch)

Use a frame-within-a-frame composition, with the foreground naturally obscured by green plant leaves to highlight the main subject in the mid-ground. Position the model slightly to the right of the center, shooting at a straight-on angle. The composition should include the foreground plants, mid-ground table and chairs with the person, and the background wooden lattice windows and brick walls to enhance the depth of the environment.

Additional tips: shooting on a clear day will yield better results.

VOYAGE Coffee Nanluoguxiang Store - In front of wooden tables

It is recommended to use an upward shooting angle, standing slightly to the left of the坊’s main entrance, utilizing the blue sky and white clouds as the background to highlight the classical architectural beauty and intricate patterns on the lintels of the paifang. Place the main body of the paifang in the upper right of the frame, and include the gray-tiled eaves and street lamps at the lower left to create a sense of depth. Use a diagonal composition to let the lintels of the paifang and the sky form visual leading lines, enhancing the dynamic feel of the image.

Additional tips: It is best to shoot on a clear day.

Nanluoguxiang - Memorial Archway

Photo by Nanluoguxiang - Taking photos with street trees and buildings.

Nanluoguxiang - Taking photos with street trees and buildings.

The photographer stands in the middle of the street, using an upward angle. The buildings and trees on both sides of the street are evenly distributed, enhancing the balance of the composition. The frame includes the main street, the buildings on both sides, and the street extending to the horizon, with dense foliage in the foreground adding depth.

Travel Tips:
① Admission: Free
② Opening Hours: Open 24/7

Nanluoguxiang, Beijing - Streets and Buildings on Both Sides

The model stands by the wall, the photographer crouches slightly, shooting from a low angle using the rule of thirds, with the model positioned on the left third of the frame. The alley extending to the right adds depth to the composition. A 50mm focal length is used to avoid excessive background compression, preserving the ambient atmosphere.

1. Travel Tips: Shoot around 4 PM when the sun is just beginning to set, casting beautiful light on the eaves of the alley's rooftops.
2. Additional Tips: You can buy candied fruit skewers outside Nanluoguxiang, as they are more expensive inside the alley.

Nanluoguxiang - Suoyi Hutong