The model sits by the wall, while the photographer stands under a tree, slightly tilting the camera up for a level shot. The composition follows the rule of thirds, placing the model in the lower left third of the frame. The branches are used to form a natural frame, and a 50mm lens (or 2x on a phone) is used to compress the background and highlight the subject, avoiding a cluttered composition.

1. Equipment: Fujifilm XT5.
2. Park Information: The park is open from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with the last entry at 9:00 PM.
3. Dress Code: It is recommended to wear traditional Hanfu or a cheongsam.

Zizhuyuan Park - Pavilion under the Apricot and Mei Tree

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35 Zhongguancun South Street, Haidian District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The model sits by the wall, while the photographer stands under a tree, slightly tilting the camera up for a level shot. The composition follows the rule of thirds, placing the model in the lower left third of the frame. The branches are used to form a natural frame, and a 50mm lens (or 2x on a phone) is used to compress the background and highlight the subject, avoiding a cluttered composition. 1. Equipment: Fujifilm XT5. 2. Park Information: The park is open from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with the last entry at 9:00 PM. 3. Dress Code: It is recommended to wear traditional Hanfu or a cheongsam.

Walking Guide

After going up the stairs, walk straight ahead to the left. — step-by-step photo guide

After going up the stairs, walk straight ahead to the left.

Go straight up the stairs. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight up the stairs.

Walk straight for about 150 meters along the road. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for about 150 meters along the road.

Turn right, and you'll see the Youxian Mountain Lodge. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right, and you'll see the Youxian Mountain Lodge.

Walk straight into the gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight into the gate.

Go straight for about 70 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for about 70 meters.

Enter through the north gate of the park and turn left. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the north gate of the park and turn left.

Continue straight for about 5 meters, then turn right. — step-by-step photo guide

Continue straight for about 5 meters, then turn right.

Just ahead and to the right, behind the tree, is the camera position. — step-by-step photo guide

Just ahead and to the right, behind the tree, is the camera position.

We have arrived at the best spot for photos. — step-by-step photo guide

We have arrived at the best spot for photos.

Go straight ahead and turn left towards the center. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight ahead and turn left towards the center.