The model stands with their back to the camera in front of a picture frame, and the photographer shoots at eye level to maintain a balanced proportion between the model and the frame. Use the rule of thirds for composition, placing the model on the right side of the frame, with the background picture frame creating a sense of visual depth. Travel Tip: The place gets very crowded on weekends and holidays, so it's recommended to visit during off-peak hours.

Nanchizi Art Gallery - Take a photo with the red art background wall.

The photographer, positioned outside the building at eye level, used a framing composition technique, employing a traditional Chinese lattice window as the frame to capture the subject and the scenery inside and outside the room. The trees beside the window serve as the foreground elements. Pose: Lean against one side of the window while taking the photo.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Take a photo with the tree by the window.

The photographer positioned at the entrance of the corridor, with the camera at the same height as the railing in the middle of the corridor, looking straight ahead. Using leading lines composition, the ground lines, eaves lines, and side railings guide the viewer’s gaze into the distance. A framing technique is employed, where the wooden structure of the corridor forms multiple frames. A 24-70mm zoom lens is used to capture the depth and details of the corridor. 1. Travel Tips: ① Opening Hours: From December 19, 2024, to March 23, 2025, open from Tuesday to Sunday, closed on Monday. Morning hours: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Afternoon hours: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. ② Best Time to Shoot: Around 3:00 PM, when the light is softest and most flattering for photography. 2. Additional Tips: Tickets must be purchased in advance via the official WeChat account. Prices vary slightly between weekdays and weekends.

Nanchizi Art Museum - "Dian Xi Yi Ben" Corridor

The photographer stands by the pond, facing the courtyard, with the camera slightly below eye level, taking a level shot to ensure the complete reflection on the water surface. Center the shot on the main gate of the courtyard, using the water’s reflection to add depth and symmetry to the image. It is recommended to use a camera with a 24-35mm lens to capture the entire courtyard while avoiding image distortion. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Prices: Weekdays - Single ticket 60 RMB, Double ticket 100 RMB; Weekends - Single ticket 80 RMB, Double ticket 140 RMB. ② Opening Hours: Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00. Closed on Mondays.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Chinese-style courtyard and water features

The photographer stands slightly to the side and a bit further away from the model, capturing the scene at eye level. This method includes the model, the ancient building's doors and eaves, as well as the surrounding water and rockeries in the frame. By using a framing technique, the wooden doors, windows, and railings create multiple frames, highlighting the subject within. A medium-telephoto lens is used to compress the space, making the background architecture and scenery appear more compact, emphasizing the elegance of the courtyard. Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM; closed on Mondays.

Nanchizi Art Museum - in front of the lakeside fence

The photographer uses a frame-within-a-frame composition, utilizing the window frame to enclose the background of artificial hills and trees. The background features the external garden landscape, while the foreground shows the details of the window frame. The main subject is the model standing sideways and interacting with the window frame. A standard lens is recommended for this shot.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Take a photo with the outdoor scenery through the window.

In terms of composition, a combination of the frame-within-a-frame technique and the rule of thirds is used, with doors and windows serving as the frame to highlight the internal lighting. The image is roughly divided into three sections: rocks and plants at the bottom, buildings in the middle, and the sky and a distant pavilion at the top. A standard lens is used to accurately capture the details and proportions of traditional Chinese architecture and rock landscapes. Travel Tip: It’s best to visit in the morning or evening when the light is soft, which will improve your photo-taking experience.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Room next to the pond and rockery

The model stands in front of the installation, and the photographer stands a bit further away, using a 1x/wide-angle lens for the shot. If the indoor lighting is dim, a flash can be used to supplement the lighting. Shooting equipment: Fujifilm XE4 + 18-50mm f2.8. Shooting time: Around 5:00 PM, when the light is softer. Shooting attire: A simple outfit is fine, and a modern Chinese style would be more suitable. Pose suggestions: The model can look slightly down at the camera from a frontal position. If the model is shy about looking at the camera, they can look up at the sky or down at the ground.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Chinese Style Hanging Decorations

The photographer uses a traditional Chinese archway as a frame, with the subject standing within it. The classical lines of the archway help to focus attention on the main subject, while the indoor lighting creates depth and layers. The colors of the Hanfu (red and white) and the details of the hair accessories enhance the traditional ambiance, forming an elegant composition that blends "person - traditional architecture - attire." This highlights Eastern aesthetics. Additional tips: Please make a reservation in advance on the official account "Nan Chi Zi Art Museum." When visiting the exhibition, do not touch the exhibits, maintain quiet, and follow the museum's rules.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Moongate

The model stands inside the yellow arch, and the photographer stands about 2 meters away outside the arch, using the arch as a frame to create a sense of space through frame-within-a-frame composition. 1. Equipment: Fuji XT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens. 2. Pose: The model stands sideways, facing the artwork on the wall, with hands naturally posed to create an immersive atmosphere of viewing the exhibition. 3. Travel Tips: ① Admission: 100 RMB for two people on weekdays, 140 RMB for two people on weekends. ② Exhibition Period: April 26, 2025 - August 31, 2025 (closed on Mondays). Open hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00. 4. Outfit Suggestions: Neo-Chinese style / Qipao / Black dress.

Nanchizi Art Museum - Yellow Arch Framing Scene