The model is sitting on a bench, slightly turned towards the photographer. The photographer is about 3 meters away, using a level shot with the camera positioned slightly lower, at the model’s waist level, to enhance a natural feel. The rule of thirds is applied, placing the model on the left one-third of the frame, while using trees on the right side to balance the composition. It is recommended to use an 85mm lens on a camera or the 2.5x zoom on a phone to compress the space, making the background trees appear more compact and emphasizing the model as the main subject.

1. Equipment: Sony A7M4.
2. Pose: Sitting on a bench reading a newspaper or a book.
3. Timing: Morning or evening is best for shooting, when the light is soft.
4. Outfit Suggestion: French vintage style.

Shanghai Botanical Garden - Forest Bench

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No. 1111 Longwu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai

Photography Tips

The model is sitting on a bench, slightly turned towards the photographer. The photographer is about 3 meters away, using a level shot with the camera positioned slightly lower, at the model’s waist level, to enhance a natural feel. The rule of thirds is applied, placing the model on the left one-third of the frame, while using trees on the right side to balance the composition. It is recommended to use an 85mm lens on a camera or the 2.5x zoom on a phone to compress the space, making the background trees appear more compact and emphasizing the model as the main subject. 1. Equipment: Sony A7M4. 2. Pose: Sitting on a bench reading a newspaper or a book. 3. Timing: Morning or evening is best for shooting, when the light is soft. 4. Outfit Suggestion: French vintage style.

Walking Guide

Go 100 meters down the left fork at the third intersection. — step-by-step photo guide

Go 100 meters down the left fork at the third intersection.

Take Line 15 and get off at East China University of Science and Technology Station. Exit through Exit 2, turn left, and walk straight. — step-by-step photo guide

Take Line 15 and get off at East China University of Science and Technology Station. Exit through Exit 2, turn left, and walk straight.

Go straight for about 1 kilometer along the road. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for about 1 kilometer along the road.

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

We have arrived at the best shooting spot.

After entering, turn left and walk 1 kilometer along the main path. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering, turn left and walk 1 kilometer along the main path.

Turn left at Gate 3 to enter the park. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at Gate 3 to enter the park.

Turn left at the first intersection and continue straight. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at the first intersection and continue straight.