Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the hanging willow branches serve as the foreground frame, enhancing the depth of the scene. The photographer shoots at eye level, placing the boat at the one-third mark on the right side of the frame to balance the subject with the environment. The composition includes the lake water, a red boat, and buildings on the opposite shore. The foreground willow leaves are slightly out of focus, highlighting the mid-ground boat and the background buildings.

Shichahai - Take a photo with the canal cruise boats and the buildings across the shore.

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No. 49, Di'anmen West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the hanging willow branches serve as the foreground frame, enhancing the depth of the scene. The photographer shoots at eye level, placing the boat at the one-third mark on the right side of the frame to balance the subject with the environment. The composition includes the lake water, a red boat, and buildings on the opposite shore. The foreground willow leaves are slightly out of focus, highlighting the mid-ground boat and the background buildings.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 8 to Shichahai Station and exit at A2 (Northwest Exit). Walk 220 meters to reach Shichahai.