The photographer should position themselves about 5 meters away from the model, with the camera at eye level, capturing the entire archway and sign in a symmetrical composition. The model can stand on the center line, minimizing the amount of ground shown.

1. Equipment Recommendation: A smartphone can be used; this photo was taken with a Sony A7M4.
2. Travel Tip: Early morning or late evening is ideal for soft, natural light.
3. Outfit Suggestion: The model can wear modern Chinese, traditional Chinese, or ancient Hanfu styles, which all complement the setting well.

Shanghai Botanical Garden - Bonsai Garden Main Entrance

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1111 Longwu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai (near Baise Road), within the Shanghai Botanical Garden.

Photography Tips

The photographer should position themselves about 5 meters away from the model, with the camera at eye level, capturing the entire archway and sign in a symmetrical composition. The model can stand on the center line, minimizing the amount of ground shown. 1. Equipment Recommendation: A smartphone can be used; this photo was taken with a Sony A7M4. 2. Travel Tip: Early morning or late evening is ideal for soft, natural light. 3. Outfit Suggestion: The model can wear modern Chinese, traditional Chinese, or ancient Hanfu styles, which all complement the setting well.

Walking Guide

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

We have arrived at the best shooting spot.

Go straight until you reach the first intersection, then turn left. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight until you reach the first intersection, then turn left.

At the fork, take the middle path to reach the Bonsai Garden. — step-by-step photo guide

At the fork, take the middle path to reach the Bonsai Garden.

Walk to the right along the main road. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk to the right along the main road.

Turn left into the park from Gate 3. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left into the park from Gate 3.

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

Walk straight for about 1 kilometer along the road.

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

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