I recommend using a medium to telephoto lens with a level shooting angle. Apply the rule of thirds for composition, positioning the subject at the lower intersection point in the center of the frame. Include the “Zhi Shi” sign and the red curtain in the background to balance the composition. Have the models walk naturally while holding hands, and capture a candid moment of the woman covering her mouth in laughter. Bring in a bicycle and some green plants in the foreground on the right to enhance the alley's lively atmosphere. Styling tip: Brightly colored outfits will make the photos pop more.

Wangfujing's Hutong - Taking a photo with the paper shop sign and street scene in the alleyway.

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Yangmeizhu Xijie, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

I recommend using a medium to telephoto lens with a level shooting angle. Apply the rule of thirds for composition, positioning the subject at the lower intersection point in the center of the frame. Include the “Zhi Shi” sign and the red curtain in the background to balance the composition. Have the models walk naturally while holding hands, and capture a candid moment of the woman covering her mouth in laughter. Bring in a bicycle and some green plants in the foreground on the right to enhance the alley's lively atmosphere. Styling tip: Brightly colored outfits will make the photos pop more.

Walking Guide

Walk west along the auxiliary road of Zhushikou West Street to Cuihe Health Pharmacy (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk 19 meters south and then turn right.

Walk north along Meishi Street, pass the Old Beijing Cloth Shoes on your left, and then turn left.

Walk west along Yangmeizhu Xiejie, passing Haotu Ceramics (on your right), to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west along Yangmeizhu Xiejie, passing Haotu Ceramics (on your right), to reach your destination.

Take the subway [Line 7/Line 8] to [Zhushikou Station], and exit from the Northwest Exit (A).