Cartoon orange devices are evenly distributed on both sides, highlighting the central green circular logo. The photographer shoots from the front, capturing the wall logo, radish installations on both sides, and the traditional Chinese building roof above, while fully preserving the stone-paved ground.

Shanghai Yu Garden - Outdoor Wall and Cartoon Carrot

The figure is positioned slightly to the left of the center of the frame. Symmetrical upright installations are distributed on both sides, creating a balanced composition. The framing includes the red background wall, the upright installations, and the figure, with a touch of greenery at the bottom to add depth. The model stands naturally with crossed arms, appearing relaxed.

Travel Tips:
1. Ticket Price: High season (April-June, September-November) 40 CNY, low season 30 CNY.
2. Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM), closed on Mondays (except public holidays).

Yu Garden - Take a photo with the vertical text installation against the red background wall.

The figure is positioned in the frame to balance the subject with the background, showcasing the model's posture. The composition includes a pond, white walls with lattice windows, and a small red-roofed pavilion on the right, enhancing the garden atmosphere. The model's movements are natural and graceful.

Travel Guide:
Ticket Price: 40 RMB.

Shanghai Yu Garden - Take a photo with the red-roofed pavilion and willow trees.

Photo by Yu Garden Old Street - Plaques and Lanterns

Yu Garden Old Street - Plaques and Lanterns

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer positions themselves at a lower point within the Yuyuan Garden and uses an upward angle to capture both the Lujiazui skyscrapers and the Yuyuan architecture in the same frame.
2. Composition Technique: The composition employs a contrast approach, juxtaposing the traditional Chinese-style, low-rise Yuyuan buildings with the towering modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui, highlighting the differences and integration of ancient and contemporary architectural styles.
3. Lens Usage: A medium to long focal length lens is used to compress the space, making the distant skyscrapers appear closer to the nearby Yuyuan buildings, enhancing the framing effect.

Travel Tips:
1. Navigate directly to Gate 6. From there, take the elevator in the adjacent store to the second floor, and turn left to find a small gate that allows you to avoid the crowds and get a bird's-eye view of the entire Yuyuan Garden.
2. Another option is Exit 7 of Yuyuan Station, which leads to the Laoshe Gold and Silver Building, a great spot for taking stunning photos.

Yu Garden and Lujiazui in the same frame

Photo by Shanghai Yu Garden - Chinese garden architecture eaves and green trees

Shanghai Yu Garden - Chinese garden architecture eaves and green trees

Photo by Shanghai Yu Garden - Take a photo with the red screen

Shanghai Yu Garden - Take a photo with the red screen

Photo by Shanghai Yu Garden - Stone Lions and Lanterns at the Architectural Entrance

Shanghai Yu Garden - Stone Lions and Lanterns at the Architectural Entrance

The photographer stands at an appropriate distance to capture the subject naturally blended with the buildings outside the window and the indoor furnishings. Using a central composition, the subject is placed as the focal point, with their pose and attire emphasizing the main subject. The buildings outside the window and the indoor furniture and decorations create layers in the scene, highlighting the subject's prominence.

Yuyuan Garden - Atop the second floor by the window of the Lake Pavilion, capturing the picturesque view of the Yi Xiu Building.

Photo by Shanghai Yu Garden - Inscribed Plaques, Stone Lion Sculptures

Shanghai Yu Garden - Inscribed Plaques, Stone Lion Sculptures