Squat down to take the photo, including Lujiazui’s iconic buildings in the background and pink flowers in the foreground. Use the natural arrangement of the flowers to create leading lines that enhance the sense of depth. Additional tips: Shoot on a clear day for better results.

Shanghai IFC - Restaurant Terrace Garden

The photographer should raise their arms as high as possible to shoot downwards, capturing the model and the zebra crossing with a 24mm focal length. Equipment: Sony A7M4, 24-70mm lens, aperture F2.8.

Guanglu Building - Zebra Crossing

The photographer should stand directly opposite the text wall, looking at it straight on and centering it in the frame. It is recommended to use a standard lens, placing the text wall as the main subject in the center of the image, maintaining a balanced composition and avoiding overly broad backgrounds that could distract from the main focus. Travel Tip: The opening hours are from 09:00 to 21:00 (last entry at 20:00).

Shanghai Tower - Entrance Text Wall

Recommend that the photographer stands slightly lower than the model, shooting with a slight upward angle to naturally incorporate the figure into the observatory space. Use the glass walls and metal railings of the observatory to form a natural frame, capturing both the figure and the cityscape, enhancing the sense of boundary in the frame. The transparency of the glass can extend the space, making the figure the visual focal point of the "urban viewfinder." A wide-angle lens is recommended for this purpose. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fees: Adult ticket 180 CNY, Student ticket 120 CNY, Child ticket 90 CNY; ② Operating Hours: 08:30 - 22:00; ③ Best Photography Times: It is recommended to shoot at sunrise or dusk to capture the changing light as the morning sun colors the clouds and the city lights begin to twinkle.

Shanghai Tower - Shanghai's Pinnacle Observation Deck

Landscape composition, Shanghai’s most beautiful central axis, is the dream shooting spot for countless Shanghai photographers. With the Lujiazui skyline as the central axis, core buildings such as the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower are positioned at the center of the frame, creating a balanced composition. Photographers shoot from a high vantage point, ensuring the scene includes the foreground of old city rooftops, the Huangpu River, and distant building clusters to enhance the depth of the image. Travel Tip: This location is not free to access. It’s recommended to contact professionals for the climb and shoot to ensure safety.

Shenhua Building - Aerial view of the night skyline along the central axis of Shanghai

The model is sitting on an orange chair in a café with her back to the camera. The photographer stands slightly to the side and behind the model, shooting from just above shoulder level. The background incorporates the Suzhou River and the Oriental Pearl Tower trio. The composition uses a layered approach, placing the model slightly to the right of center. The foreground features tables and chairs, which create depth along with the buildings in the background. Additionally, leaves in the upper left corner serve as a natural foreground, adding vitality and depth to the scene. Other suggestions: We recommend shooting on a sunny day to ensure ample light and enhance the clarity and transparency of the image.

By the Suzhou River - Shanghai's Trilogy

The photographer should go to the bottom of the stairs, while the model stands on the second level of the stairs, posing as if climbing or running up. Shooting time: Nighttime is ideal, as the darkness will create a beautiful internal light effect.

Guojin Center - Phase 2 Underground Passage

The photographer sets the camera to 0.5x ultra-wide angle, then crouches on the stairs to take an upward shot. The model stands at the bottom of the stairs, reaching out a hand toward the camera to create the feeling of reaching for the photographer. Photography Time: It is recommended to shoot at night. The darkness will add a translucent effect to the shot.

Guojin Center - Across from the building