Shooting Tips: Have the model stand beside the fence, and the photographer should position themselves on the lower platform using a 2x/medium telephoto lens.
Shooting Time: Around 3-5 PM, when the light is great.
Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XE4 with 18-50mm f/2.8 lens.
Dress Code: Given the unique architectural style of the church, go for a simple and natural look.
Posing Suggestions: If facing the camera makes you nervous, try these universal poses: look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

Xishiku Catholic Church - Pavilions and Stone Lions

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No. 33 Xishiku Street, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Shooting Tips: Have the model stand beside the fence, and the photographer should position themselves on the lower platform using a 2x/medium telephoto lens. Shooting Time: Around 3-5 PM, when the light is great. Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XE4 with 18-50mm f/2.8 lens. Dress Code: Given the unique architectural style of the church, go for a simple and natural look. Posing Suggestions: If facing the camera makes you nervous, try these universal poses: look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

Walking Guide

Arrive at the shooting location. — step-by-step photo guide

Arrive at the shooting location.

Walk straight to the church steps and turn left. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight to the church steps and turn left.

Head straight to Xishiku Catholic Church and enter through the main door. — step-by-step photo guide

Head straight to Xishiku Catholic Church and enter through the main door.