The model is sitting in the colonnade, and the photographer is standing at a slightly farther distance, making it possible to use a 2x/medium telephoto lens for the shoot.
1. Equipment: Fuji XE4 + 18-50mm f2.8.
2. Poses: The model can look straight into the camera, gaze at the sky, or pose in profile, which is friendly to introverted individuals.
3. Trip Tips: Around 3 PM, the light is generally better.
4. Outfit Suggestions: A simple look works well, with light colors being particularly suitable.

Zhongshan Park - Hui Fang Garden Green Corridor, Beijing

The photographer stands a little distance away, using tree branches and buildings to create a natural frame. Keeping the camera at eye level with the model, the photographer uses a horizontal shooting angle. Flower branches are used as the foreground to guide the viewer’s gaze to the model, while also highlighting the symmetrical beauty of the ancient architecture. A 50-85mm lens is used to add depth with the foreground branches and control the background within the courtyard and corridors.

1. Equipment: Fuji XE4, 18-50mm lens with an aperture of f2.8.
2. Poses:
① The model can look directly at the camera or up at the sky.
② A side profile is also good, especially for introverted individuals.
3. Travel Tips: The best time for shooting is around 15:00 when the sunlight is ideal.
4. Outfit Suggestions: A simple outfit works best, with light colors being particularly suitable.

Zhongshan Park - Hui Fang Garden Green Bench, Beijing

The model sits on a bench in the arcade, where the dappled sunlight falls. The photographer stands at a slight distance, shooting the model at eye level through the gaps in the branches, creating a shallow depth of field that blurs the foreground and highlights the subject. Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the arcade window frames the model and separates the background, adding depth to the image. The blurred flower branches in the foreground enhance the atmosphere. The camera's 85mm lens or the phone's 3x zoom is used to emphasize the subject and blur the flower branches in the foreground.

1. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XE4, 18-50mm f/2.8 lens.
2. Posing Tips: You can look directly at the camera, look up at the sky, or take a side profile shot, which is model-friendly.
3. Travel Tips: The best time for shooting is around 15:00, when the sunlight is ideal.
4. Outfit Suggestions: A simple, light-colored outfit works well.

Zhongshan Park - Hui Fang Garden Corridor in Beijing

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer should position themselves at the subject’s side-front, using an eye-level angle.
2. Composition: The background features simple elements like ginkgo leaves and the corridor railings, without too many distracting details, highlighting the subject and making the image look clean and fresh.
3. Lens Recommendation: A medium focal length lens is recommended as it can effectively capture the true appearance of the subject and the scene while compressing the space, making the ginkgo leaves and the corridor railings in the background appear more compact.
4. Outfit Suggestion: A red modern-Chinese style down jacket, a white turtleneck, and a modern-Chinese style black skirt.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Water Pavilion Promenade and Ginkgo Trees

The model stands in front of the plum blossom window, and the photographer should take a shot from a diagonal front position, capturing a half-body shot. It's recommended to shoot around 5 PM when the sunlight will come in beautifully.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - In Front of the Plum Blossom Window

The model stands in front of the Nanmen archway, with the photographer shooting at eye level, placing the subject in the center of the frame. The composition is symmetrical, with red walls on both sides and the sign "Zhongshan Park" centered at the top. The composition also includes the rooftops and green trees visible through the archway, adding depth. The foreground retains the stone-paved path. The model holds a small toy above her head, creating a lively pose.

Beijing Zhongshan Park - Take a photo with the Zhongshan Park plaque and red walls.

The model stands at the door, looking up at the sky, while the photographer takes a level shot from the front, with the model centered in the frame.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - in front of the red entrance

The model stands beside the palace, with the photographer positioned in front of the model for a straight-on shot. The model is centered in the frame, occupying the lower half, while the upper part captures the eaves of the palace. A bit of the red pillar is visible on the right side, and the main background is green.

Zhongshan Park - Under the Eaves

 Shoot from a low angle, using the carpet of ginkgo leaves as the foreground with a blurred effect to enhance depth. Keep the background in focus, incorporating the red walls, yellow roof, and stone archway of Zhongshan Hall to highlight the main structure. Use an upward angle for the shot. Travel Tip: This location is best for photography on a clear, sunny day when the lighting is optimal.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Ginkgo Trees at Zhongshan Hall

The composition uses the rule of thirds, placing the main subject, the yellow tulips, at the lower intersection of the nine-grid. The middle ground includes a red flower cluster, and the background retains trees and blurred figures to add depth, while keeping the background clean and uncluttered.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Tulip Blossoms and Groves