Photo by Wangfujing's Hutong - Grey Ancient Buildings and Ginkgo Trees

Wangfujing's Hutong - Grey Ancient Buildings and Ginkgo Trees

The photographer uses an upward angle and leading lines composition to let the arrangement lines of multiple paintings on the wall naturally guide the viewer's gaze. The main painting is clearly prominent, and the framing includes the wall and the large text in the upper right corner, enhancing the ambience of the environment. Pay attention to adjusting the angle to avoid reflections from the glass.

Wangfujing's Art-Covered Wall at Yangmeizhu Xijie

Photo by Wangfujing's Yangmeizhu Xijie - Snap a night photo with the flower-adorned pedestrian walkway and shops.

Wangfujing's Yangmeizhu Xijie - Snap a night photo with the flower-adorned pedestrian walkway and shops.

1. Camera Position: The photographer is positioned at a slight angle in front of the subject, shooting at eye level. 2. Composition: The shot uses frame-within-a-frame composition, with the red door and the Chinese character “福” (meaning “blessing” or “good fortune”) on the door framing the subject. A contrast composition is also employed, where the subject's white coat stands out鲜明ly against the red background, highlighting the main subject. 3. Lens Usage: A standard lens is used to accurately capture the proportions and spatial relationships of the subject and the environment.

Yangmeizhu Xijie - Hongmen Front

Photo by Yangmeizhu Xijie - Front Door Seating

Yangmeizhu Xijie - Front Door Seating

Using the rule of thirds, position the stone lion at the left one-third of the frame, and include the red Spring Festival couplets at the right one-third. Use a stone pillar in the center to enhance balance. The composition should capture the texture of the stone wall, highlighting the intricate details of the stone lion and the contrasting red of the couplets, enhancing the rustic atmosphere.

Yangmeizhu Street - Drum-holding Stone Lions and Spring Festival Couplets

Photo by Yangmeizhu Xijie - Take a photo with tables, chairs, and windows

Yangmeizhu Xijie - Take a photo with tables, chairs, and windows

1. Shooting Position: The photographer stands at roughly the same height as the model, shooting from a diagonal front angle to showcase the model's posture, expression, clothing details, and the house, couplets, and parked vehicles in the background. 2. Composition Technique: Use contrasting composition, where the light-colored clothing of the model contrasts with the dark tiles of the house and the dark vehicles in the background, highlighting the model as the focal point. The static pose of the model also contrasts with the lively elements in the background, adding a sense of story to the image. 3. Lens Usage: Use a standard lens with a focal length between 40-55mm to accurately reproduce the scene proportions, minimize distortion, and clearly capture the details of the model and the surrounding environment. 1. Travel Tips: No admission fee required. 2. Props: Bring some colorful flowers. 3. Other Tips: When shooting in a胡同 (alley), consider the following:

Yangmeizhu Xijie - In front of the house

Using symmetrical composition, the main structure of the building is evenly distributed on both sides, showcasing the solemnity of traditional architecture. The photographer stands slightly back in front of the shop and shoots upward to highlight the intricate carvings under the eaves and the sign of the Chinese bookstore. The framing includes the entire facade, the stone lions on both sides, and the lanterns in front of the door. Incorporating leaves in the foreground adds depth and compresses the space, making the architectural details more prominent.

Yangmeizhu Xijie - Entrance of China Bookstore with Stone Lions

Photo by Yangmeizhu Xijie - Take a photo with the stone steps outside the shops on the street.

Yangmeizhu Xijie - Take a photo with the stone steps outside the shops on the street.