Photo by Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Lobby with Snow Mountain Landscape Painting and Architecture

Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Lobby with Snow Mountain Landscape Painting and Architecture

Photo by Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Qinglutang Building Entrance

Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Qinglutang Building Entrance

Photo by Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - Diamond Chandelier and Interior Decorations in the Lobby

Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - Diamond Chandelier and Interior Decorations in the Lobby

The photographer uses a level shooting angle, incorporating trees and grass at the shore in the foreground, a lit pavilion and an arched bridge with their reflections in the middle ground, and the distant television tower in the background to enhance the depth of the scene. For night photography, exposure needs to be adjusted to ensure that the dark areas are clear and the lights are not overexposed, maintaining a balanced atmosphere between light and dark.

Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - Night View of Garden Trees, Lake, and Pavilion

Highlight the tall form of the trees and the depth of the night sky. In the foreground, include yellow and purple flower beds. In the midground, keep the illuminated pine tree on the left, the central wooden post, and the colorful shrubs. In the background, incorporate the deep blue night sky to enhance the sense of layers in the scene.

Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Night view of lighting, gardens, trees, flowers

Using the rule of thirds, the inscribed tree trunk is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, while the left side captures branches and the night sky, enhancing the balance of the composition. The photographer uses an upward angle to ensure the texture of the tree trunk and the details of the inscription are clear. The framing includes the main tree trunk, surrounding pines, and a portion of the night sky, highlighting the natural atmosphere and the contrast with the subject.

Diyao Tai State Guesthouse - Night view of the inscribed trees at Diaoyutai

The photographer stands directly in front of the building, using a level angle and symmetrical composition to place the entrance of the "Tang Lu Qing" building at the center of the frame, with lanterns and wall decorations symmetrically arranged on both sides, enhancing the sense of balance. The frame includes the dense trees in the background, the stone-paved ground in the foreground, and the full view of the building, enriching the layers of the image.
Additional tip: It’s recommended to visit and take photos when the weather is good.

Diyutai State Guesthouse - Tanglu Qing Building Entrance Night View

Photo by Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Take a photo with the lawn in front of the guesthouse.

Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Take a photo with the lawn in front of the guesthouse.

Photo by Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Traditional Chinese Architecture, Roads, and Lawns

Diyaitai State Guesthouse - Traditional Chinese Architecture, Roads, and Lawns

Photo by Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - Night view of the entrance archway and stone bridge

Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - Night view of the entrance archway and stone bridge