The figure is positioned on the left side of the frame, looking up and pointing with their hand towards a heart-shaped balloon hanging in the tree. The gesture guides the viewer's eye to the balloon, emphasizing the connection between the subject and the balloon. The background includes a distant view of a hutong street, while the foreground features leaves and tree trunks to add depth. Travel Tip: Admission is free.

Romantic Hutong - Take a photo with heart-shaped balloons and trees in the Hutong.

Use an upward angle to place the street lamp and the red road sign in the center of the frame. Include the gray wall, tiled roof, and the green tree on the left to showcase the characteristics of the hutong environment. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens, which can capture the entire lamppost, road sign, and the sky above while also retaining the details of the surrounding buildings, enhancing the atmosphere of the scene. Travel Tip: Shooting Time: The streets in the hutong are relatively narrow, and there are more tourists on weekends. It is suggested to visit on a weekday.

Romantic Hutong - Streetlights and Romantic Hutong Sign

The model is sitting on the steps next to Bing Dwen Dwen, and the photographer is about 2 meters away, taking photos from above. Poses: - Crouching to the side with the right hand raised, pretending to high-five Bing Dwen Dwen. - Leaning out from behind the red door, hand on the door frame, tilting the head and smiling. - Sitting on the steps next to Bing Dwen Dwen, looking up to the sun.

Lanman Hutong - Red Bing Dwen Dwen Doorway

The photographer stands in front of the building and shoots at eye level. In terms of composition, the central composition method is used, placing the heart-shaped floral decoration at the center of the frame to make it the focal point. The gray-white brick wall and the clear blue sky above serve as the backdrop, highlighting the vibrant colors of the floral decoration. Using a standard lens, the proportions between the floral decoration and the building’s wall are realistically reproduced, creating a romantic and cozy atmosphere. Travel tips: ① Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. ② Admission: Free.

Romantic Hutong - Love Flower Wall

The model stands in front of a graffiti wall, and the photographer, positioned about 3 meters directly opposite, is framing the shot. Outfit Suggestion: Light-colored, everyday clothes are recommended to create a more relaxed, lifestyle look. Additional Tips: On sunny days, temperatures can be high, so be sure to apply sunscreen and stay hydrated to avoid heatstroke. Posing Ideas: Try mimicking the poses of a young girl for a playful and natural look.

Lanman Hutong - Flower Watering Girl

Use a low-angle shot, capturing the eaves of the roof and the blue sky, and apply the rule of thirds in your composition. The red rose wall should be on the right, and the "Lai Le Ni Na, Xuanwu You Mianr" sign should be on the left, balancing the frame. Include the red rose wall, the sign, the roof eaves, and a portion of the blue sky. Add some leaves at the top to enhance the depth of the scene. Travel Tip: The picturesque hutongs are open for free throughout the day.

Romantic Hutong - Xuanwu with a signboard and rose-colored exterior wall

Shooting Tips: The model sits on a chair in front of the grid wall in Lanchang Hutong, resting her chin in one hand and smiling sideways. The photographer stands 1 meter in front of the model, using the rule of thirds to place the model on one side of the frame. Admission: Free and no reservation required. Outfit Suggestions: Casual and relaxed style. Shooting Time: Around 16:00. Shooting Equipment: Ricoh GR3XHDF.

Nanman Hutong - Nanman Hutong Grid Wall

The model stands next to the cat graffiti, and the photographer shoots from about 1.5 meters diagonally to the left of the model, capturing the entire cat climbing the tree in the graffiti. Light-colored, everyday clothing is recommended for a more natural look. It's sunny and quite warm, so please be sure to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated to avoid heatstroke.

Romantic Hutong - Cat Climbing Tree Mural

Using a low-angle shot, the red cat-shaped sculpture is positioned at the left one-third of the frame, capturing the gray brick wall on the left, green plants on the right, and a portion of the blue sky, while retaining the sense of the hutong scene.

Blooming Hutong - Red Cat-shaped Sculpture and Greenery

Shoot from a low angle, using tree branches and leaves as a frame to highlight the red heart-shaped balloon as the main subject. Make sure to include foreground leaves, the central heart-shaped balloon, and background alley buildings to enhance the sense of depth. Pay attention to adjusting the exposure to avoid overexposure of the sky and to retain the vibrant color of the balloon. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free ② Opening Hours: All day

Romantic Hutong - Heart-shaped Balloons and Hutong Architecture