Photo by The Bund and Oriental Pearl Tower

The Bund and Oriental Pearl Tower

Use a drone for aerial photography and employ a centered composition to precisely place the Shanghai Tower and other buildings at the center of the frame, with surrounding buildings and roads symmetrically arranged around it. This composition greatly enhances the stability and focus of the image, highlighting the Shanghai Tower as the core landmark of the city, creating a solemn yet modern atmosphere. It is well-suited for city landmark photography and urban image promotion. Travel Tip: Capture the city's night scenes after the lights are on in the evening.

Lujiazui - Aerial view of the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Lujiazui Three Set at night.

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands slightly to the left of the centerline of the road, shooting at eye level. The model is positioned on the left side of the frame, near the starting point of a winding path, with the Oriental Pearl Tower located centrally in the background. 2. Composition: Use leading lines to guide the viewer’s gaze, with the winding road leading the eye toward the Oriental Pearl Tower, which serves as a focal point in the distance. 3. Lens Focal Length: Recommend using a 35mm-50mm focal length for cameras, or 1x or 2x zoom on a smartphone, to maintain clarity and balance between the subject and background. 1. Pose: The model should have one hand in their pocket and walk naturally on the spot, while the photographer captures the moment. 2. Outfit Suggestions: It is recommended to shoot around 3:00 PM when the lighting is optimal.

North Bund Nanxun Road - Meandering Small Roads and the Oriental Pearl Tower

The photographer uses an upward angle to emphasize the towering height of the Oriental Pearl Tower. By employing a centered composition, the tower is placed in the middle of the frame to ensure the main subject is complete. The range of the shot includes the foreground road barrier and the background sky and surrounding buildings, enhancing the depth of the image. Travel Tip: It is recommended to visit on a sunny day, specifically between 9-11 AM or 4-6 PM, when the light is softer and the photo results are optimal.

Atop the Oriental Pearl Roundabout Interchange - looking up at the Oriental Pearl Tower.

The photographer shoots from the street looking up, with the old buildings on both sides and the clotheslines above forming natural lines that guide the viewer's gaze toward the Oriental Pearl Tower in the distance. The composition includes vehicles on the foreground street, details of the old buildings, and the blue sky in the background, enhancing the depth and layers of the image. Travel Tip: Good weather makes for better photos.

Shanghai Jiujiang Road - Oriental Pearl Tower

The photographer stands directly in front of the Oriental Pearl Tower, using an upward angle to emphasize the tower's height. The composition is centered, placing the tower in the middle of the frame to ensure symmetry and completeness. The background includes the high-rise buildings of Lujiazui on both sides, enhancing the nighttime atmosphere. A wide-angle or 1x phone lens is used to capture more of the surroundings, and the exposure is adjusted to retain the lighting details of the tower.

Oriental Pearl Tower - Night View

The photographer stands low and shoots upward, using cherry blossom branches as a foreground frame around the Oriental Pearl Tower. The camera position is slightly below the branches, employing a frame-within-a-frame composition. A 24-35mm focal length (camera) or 1x zoom (phone) is used, which retains the surrounding environmental details while emphasizing the main subject. Travel Tip: By mid-to-late March, individual blossoms have already started to open. With continued warming, the flowers will bloom quickly, so plan your visit soon to capture the best views.

Lujiazui - The Oriental Pearl Tower and cherry blossoms in the same frame

The model stands by the flower bed, looking across the river, and twirls to let her dress swirl. The photographer stands behind the bench, zooming in 2-3 times to make the four-piece set in the background appear larger. Additional suggestion: The flowers in the flower bed are changed seasonally. In spring and summer, the colors are bright yellow, while in autumn and winter, they are more reddish, both of which are beautiful.

North Bund Riverside Comprehensive Service Point - Oriental Pearl Tower