Xishiku Church - Main Entrance of the Church
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No. 33, Xishiku Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
Photography Tips
1. Position: The model stands in the center of the steps at the main entrance of the church, while the photographer moves forward to the left side of the close-up stone lion, shooting from a slightly low angle to highlight the height and three-dimensionality of the architecture. 2. Composition: Use a frame composition, with the stone lion as the foreground and the model and Gothic church entrance centered in the frame, emphasizing symmetrical beauty. 3. Lens Recommendation: With the model on the platform of the steps and the photographer on the platform below the steps, try using a 1x/wide-angle lens. 1. Equipment Settings: Fuji XE4, 18-50mm f2.8 lens. 2. Pose Suggestions: The model can look at or away from the camera, walking naturally or gently touching the stone lion to add a sense of storytelling and movement to the shot. 3. Outfit Recommendations: Simple and comfortable clothing works well, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.
Walking Guide

You'll reach the main entrance of the church at the end.

Upon arriving at the main entrance of Xishiku Church, go straight in.

