1. Positioning: The photographer stands about 2 meters in front of the subject, with the camera slightly below eye level, shooting at a slight upward angle to highlight the layers and extension of the honeysuckle wall.
2. Composition: Use the rule of thirds, placing the "Cat's Sky City" sign and the honeysuckle wall at the lower right and upper left intersections of the thirds, respectively, to create visual balance.
3. Focal Length: It is recommended to use a 35mm focal length on a camera or 1x on a smartphone to capture both the main subject and the environment with natural and fresh detail.
Equipment Settings: Canon R5 with RF24-105mm F4 lens.

Pingjiang Road's Cat's Sky Castle - Musk Rose Flower Wall

Photo by In front of the window on the second floor of the City in the Sky.

In front of the window on the second floor of the City in the Sky.

Frame the neatly arranged bookshelves inside using the window as a frame, placing the wooden sign in the center of the image and the blue directional sign on the right to balance the composition. The shot should include the window, bookshelves, sign, and directional sign, with the background featuring weathered brick walls to enhance the environmental texture.

Travel Tip: Admission is free.

Pingjiang Road: Cat's Sky Castle Concept Bookstore - Signage and Bookshelves

The photographer uses an upward angle, standing slightly lower in front of the bookstore to capture the building’s layered structure. The main body of the bookstore is centered in the frame, with a symmetrical view showcasing its entire facade. The sign "Cat’s Sky City" is clearly centered. The composition includes the complete structure of the bookstore from the entrance to the eaves, with the night sky as the background. Green plants on the left side add depth to the foreground.

Cat's Sky之城 Concept Bookstore - Pingjiang Road Lilac Branch - Night View

The model stands at the left one-third of the frame, while the photographer slightly tilts their head to shoot at eye level, slightly offset to the right to avoid the center of the background sign. Using the rule of thirds, place the model at the left one-third of the frame, with the striking sign text on the right, creating a visual balance to highlight both the subject and background details. This also compresses the spatial feel, enhancing the atmosphere of the photo. During a rainy night shoot, use the sign’s lighting as the main light source to enhance the model’s轮廓感; slightly increase the exposure compensation to highlight the warm tones of the sign and the raindrops.

Travel Tips:
① Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-23:00;
② Best Photography Time: Ideal for shooting on rainy nights, especially during spring.

Cat's Sky Castle - Take a Group Photo with the Rainy Night Signboard

The photographer stands slightly below and directly in front of the café, using an upward angle to capture the scene. The sign "Cat's Sky City" and the wooden façade are placed at the center of the frame, ensuring the building is symmetrical on both sides. The composition includes the uplifted eaves, open windows, greenery on the left, and part of the sky, highlighting both the overall appearance and the details of the façade.

Qili Shantang Scenic Area - Cat's Sky City Coffee Shop Front

Using the rule of thirds, the model is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, with a straight-on shooting angle. The model stands sideways, head slightly tilted upward to look at the bookshelf, creating a natural pose that enhances interaction with the environment. The background includes neatly arranged bookshelves and cards, highlighting the cozy and literary atmosphere of the room.

Pingjiang Road - Take a photo with the indoor bookshelves.

Use the surrounding green plants and open wooden windows as a natural frame to highlight the bookshelf and the "Sky City" sign below it. The composition should include colorful books, a wooden sign, and foreground greenery, while the background incorporates the textured walls to enhance the atmosphere of the ancient town.

Cat's Sky Castle Concept Bookstore - Bookshelves and Signage

The photographer can shoot from a low angle, framing the subjects from a position close to the ground, using elements like windows and door frames as natural frames, and employing a wide-angle lens to capture both the floral vines and the main structure.

1. Shooting Time: Arrive before 7:00 AM on a weekday morning when there are fewer visitors and the morning dew has not yet evaporated, making the petals look fresher.
2. Additional Tips: The flowering period is from early to mid-April.

Cat's Sky Castle Concept Bookstore - Yellow Flower Jasmine Flower Wall

The model is sitting on a blue bench with her legs naturally stretched out in front of her. The photographer stands directly in front of her, maintaining a level shooting angle.
Shooting equipment: a7m4 + 24-70/2.8.

Cat's Sky之城 (Suzhou Pingjiang Road Store) - Blue Bench