Photo by Cuan Di Xia Village - Shop Sign Stone Wall

Cuan Di Xia Village - Shop Sign Stone Wall

Photo by Cuan Di Xia Village - Cuan-character wall and circular decorations

Cuan Di Xia Village - Cuan-character wall and circular decorations

Photo by Cuan Di Xia Village - Take a photo with the Open-minded Text Wall.

Cuan Di Xia Village - Take a photo with the Open-minded Text Wall.

The photographer stands at a high point in the courtyard, capturing a bird's-eye view of the ancient buildings with their symmetrical rooftops on either side. A stone path in the center of the courtyard extends to the distant green hills. A basket of sun-dried items on the left adds a touch of daily life. The composition includes the full view of the courtyard, intricate details of the ancient structures, and the background of distant mountains, showcasing the harmonious blend of the ancient village with nature.

Beijing Cuandixia Village - Ancient Courtyard Houses with Siheyuan Style and Distant Mountains

Using a centered composition, the model sits in the middle of the frame on a wooden chair, with legs naturally crossed and hands resting on the knees, adopting a relaxed and natural posture. The photographer shoots from a level angle, capturing the scene that includes the wall with large yellow characters “Unique and Unrivaled” on the left, hanging light bulbs above, a stone tablet on the right, an old wooden stool, and colorful plants. The shot retains elements characteristic of the ancient village, fully presenting the environmental details and atmosphere.

Cuan Di Xia Village - Group Photo with the "Forget the World" Wall and Greenery

The photographer captures the scene with the model positioned on the left side of the frame, the character "cuàn" balanced slightly to the right, and the framing includes the background of a blue sky, tree branches, and foreground elements such as a tree stump and stone steps, enhancing the depth of the composition. Travel Tip: Admission is free.

Cuan Di Xia Village - Take a photo with the character "Cuan" and the green trees on the wall.

Photo by Cuan Di Xia Village - Pose for a photo with the plaque, window, stone wall, and chair.

Cuan Di Xia Village - Pose for a photo with the plaque, window, stone wall, and chair.

In terms of composition, the character "爨" is placed on the left side of the frame, while the metal door handle and knocker on the right balance the image. The shot is taken from a straight-on angle, focusing on a portion of the wooden door to retain the wood grain in the background. This highlights the texture contrast between the text and the metal components, compressing the space to make the details of the subject clearer.

Cu Di Xia Village - the character "Cuan" on the wooden door and the bird-shaped door handle.

Use a centered composition with the central bamboo-woven "Cuan" character round plaque placed in the middle of the frame to highlight the main subject. It is recommended to shoot from a side angle, with multiple bamboo-woven round plaques in the foreground and an open wooden door in the background, featuring the "Cuan" character calligraphy inside to enhance the sense of depth and cultural atmosphere. Use a standard lens to ensure that the bamboo texture and text are clear. Additional tips: Avoid peak hours and travel off-peak to dodge crowds.

Cu Di Xia Village - bamboo walls decorated with the character 'Cuan'

The model stands in front of a stone wall, positioned at the center of the frame. The photographer uses a level angle to capture the inscription "I Love Cuandixia" on the stone wall, along with the text "Make a Wish Under the Stars, Meet at Cuandixia" above it, as well as the ancient building's rooftop and part of the stone-paved ground. The centered composition highlights the subject while ensuring the scene is complete and the subject is clear. Travel Tip: Admission is free.

Cu Di Xia Village - Take a photo with the "I Love Cu Di Xia" stone wall.