The model stands in front of the paper-cut wall, turning her body slightly to the side and pointing at the paper-cut items. The photographer is positioned slightly below and to the left front of the model, using the rule of thirds to place the model on the right one-third of the frame. The left side of the frame is left open to show the bas-relief wall and the paper-cut items, enhancing the balance and storytelling of the image. It is recommended to use a 50mm lens on a camera or the 2x zoom on a phone to highlight the subject and the details of the surrounding environment, creating a sense of space.

1. Equipment: Fuji XT30 II, Settings: ISO 320, f/5.6
2. Pose: The model naturally extends her arm to point at the item, with her gaze following the direction of her finger to increase the interactivity and engagement of the image.
3. Travel Tips:
① Try to arrive early to avoid crowds.
② The best time for shooting is around 10:00 AM.

Yandaixie Street - Old Beijing Paper Cutting

The model stands on the street in front of a red arch, and the photographer positions themselves 3 meters in front of the model. When shooting, use the leading lines composition technique, using the patterns of the bluestone pavement or the roadside drainage沟 as leading lines. Shoot from a low angle, with the leading lines extending from the foreground to the distant buildings or crowd, enhancing the sense of depth in the image.

1. Equipment settings: Fuji xt30 II camera, ISO 320, f/5.6.
2. Travel tips: Try to arrive early to avoid the crowds.

Yan Da Xie Street - Street in front of the Red Archway

The photographer stands directly below the paifang, then steps back slightly to an appropriate distance. They use a centered and symmetrical composition to highlight the details and structural beauty of the paifang. A 24mm lens on a camera or a 1x lens on a smartphone is recommended to balance the width of the scene with detailed elements, ensuring that the surrounding buildings do not distract from the visual focus. The angle should be balanced to ensure the composition is perfectly symmetrical.

Admission Fee: There is no admission fee for Yandaixie Street, a winding and historic alley that was once a tobacco trading center.

Yandaixie Street - Plaque