The model sits on a color-changing sofa in front of and behind a mural identical to the one in Central Perk cafe from the TV show "Friends." The photographer stands at a 45-degree angle to the side of the model. Flash is prohibited inside the cafe. It's recommended to use a large aperture portrait lens for the shoot. Pose reference: Slight profile. Dress code: Minimalist/girly. Shooting time: Around 19:00. Equipment: FujifilmXT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens.

Smelly Cat Tavern - Indoor Murals

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No. 104, Youyi Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The model sits on a color-changing sofa in front of and behind a mural identical to the one in Central Perk cafe from the TV show "Friends." The photographer stands at a 45-degree angle to the side of the model. Flash is prohibited inside the cafe. It's recommended to use a large aperture portrait lens for the shoot. Pose reference: Slight profile. Dress code: Minimalist/girly. Shooting time: Around 19:00. Equipment: FujifilmXT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens.

Walking Guide

Head to the red sofa in front of the mural on your right, and you'll reach the shooting location. — step-by-step photo guide

Head to the red sofa in front of the mural on your right, and you'll reach the shooting location.

Walk straight for 200 meters after entering the door. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for 200 meters after entering the door.

Navigate to the Beijing Satellite Manufacturing Plant Science and Technology Park, and enter through the main gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Navigate to the Beijing Satellite Manufacturing Plant Science and Technology Park, and enter through the main gate.

On your right is the Smelly Cat bar. Let's go in. — step-by-step photo guide

On your right is the Smelly Cat bar. Let's go in.