The shooting position is directly in front of the subject, at eye level. The composition uses leading lines, with the extending lines of the ancient alley guiding the viewer's gaze to the subject. The subject is placed slightly to the right of the center, enhancing the balance and liveliness of the image. A medium telephoto lens is used to blur the background, highlighting the subject and compressing the space, making the ancient alley and buildings appear more compact. Post-processing: Film filter.

Huangshan Hongcun - Taking a photo with the village alleyways and architecture.

The model stands on the shore, looking towards the photographer, who is 5 meters away and shooting with a telephoto lens.

Huangshan Hongcun - Lotus Pond Side

Use a reflective composition with a flat shooting angle to make the Huizhou-style architecture and its water reflection symmetrical, enhancing the balance of the image. The framing should include the entire building, lit lanterns, and the sky in the background, with the water reflection occupying the lower half of the picture, highlighting the atmosphere of the ancient town at night. Travel Tips: The town gets very crowded on weekends and holidays, so it’s recommended to visit during off-peak hours.

The night view of Hui-style architecture by the Moon Pond in Hongcun.

The model stands under the lantern, looking at the photographer, who is standing on the stone slab and shooting with a telephoto lens from the side.

Hongcun - Alleyways

Photo by Huangshan Hongcun - Under the Lanterns

Huangshan Hongcun - Under the Lanterns

Photo by Hongcun - Arched Bridge

Hongcun - Arched Bridge

Photo by Hongcun Old Times Coffee - Second Floor Windowsill

Hongcun Old Times Coffee - Second Floor Windowsill

Photo by Hongcun Scenic Area - In front of the wooden door by the Yuezhao Lake

Hongcun Scenic Area - In front of the wooden door by the Yuezhao Lake

Photo by Huangshan Hongcun - Panoramic View by Yuezhao Lake

Huangshan Hongcun - Panoramic View by Yuezhao Lake

Photo by Hongcun - Nanhu Painting Bridge

Hongcun - Nanhu Painting Bridge