Use the cute designs of cartoon animal sculptures to incorporate the surrounding green grass and zoo environment into the frame. Experiment with various character positions: close-ups focusing on faces + hand interaction details to highlight expressions and adorable atmosphere; medium shots capturing full bodies + the entirety of the sculptures to tell "human-pet interaction" stories; long shots including the trees and grass of the zoo to enrich the visual layers. Switch between flexible shooting angles, low-angle upward shots (place the phone on the ground and shoot upwards) to show the cuteness of the sculptures and the characters; high-angle downward shots (stand on steps / hold the camera high) to showcase the interesting composition of people next to the sculptures. Choose simple, light-colored or contrasting outfits that echo the colors of the sculptures for better pictures, such as light blue, bright yellow tops, which are highly compatible.

Xi’an Qinling Wildlife Park – Cartoon Animal Sculptures

The model stands by the railing near the water, with the photographer shooting at eye level, placing the person in the center of the frame using central composition, including the foreground railing, water surface, and distant pavilion architecture in the shot, enhancing the sense of environmental hierarchy. The model holds the balloon string with both hands and smiles naturally, adding a sense of liveliness to the image.

Kunming Lake – Dock Railing, Water & Pavilion Shot

Photo by Kunming Pool – Large Sculpture Group & Greenery

Kunming Pool – Large Sculpture Group & Greenery

The subject is positioned on the left side of the frame, with a sign included on the right to balance the composition. The shot is taken at an eye-level angle, capturing the sunset over the lake, grasslands, and the sign, enhancing the overall atmosphere. The model stands sideways, with the right hand gently resting on the yellow flower decoration of the sign, in a natural pose that emphasizes the sense of interaction.

Kunming Pool – Photo with Signboard & Lake

The photographer employs a low-angle shot to accentuate the grandeur of the large sculpture, using a central composition with the model positioned in the middle of the frame, arms outstretched and head tilted back, creating an interaction with the sculpture behind. This enhances the liveliness of the image. The framing includes the model in the foreground, the complete sculpture in the middle ground, and a blue sky background, with the retention of square ground elements to add a sense of place. It is recommended to use a wide-angle/1x phone lens for shooting. Travel Tips: Open from 06:30 to 23:00.

Kunming Pool – Photo with Large Human Sculptures & Plaza

Use the cartoonish look of the lush green plant shapes and the three-tiered plants to frame the surrounding greenery and the zoo environment into the picture. Experiment with various character positions: close-ups with a face close-up and double "V" hand details to highlight expressions and exquisite attire; medium shots capturing the full body and the overall bear shape, telling the story of "people interacting with cartoon characters in the zoo"; and long shots with some surrounding trees and grasslands to enrich the layers. Be flexible with shooting angles, using low-angle shots to make the bear shape look tall and the character look cute; high-angle shots to show the interesting composition of people among the bear groups. Choose simple and light-colored outfits, such as basic white T-shirts and light blue pants, which have a high compatibility and harmonize well with the cartoon scene.

Xi’an Qinling Wildlife Park – Bear-Shaped Plant Sculpture

Direct shooting, time-lapse photography, and capturing the sunset in the afternoon.

Kunming Pool East Shore – Sunset from Boat

Adopt a reflection composition with the sunset in the center of the frame, and the water reflection symmetrically vertical to enhance the sense of balance. Use a flat shooting angle to ensure the water reflection is complete and clear. Include the sunset, water surface, and distant silhouette of the horizon in the frame to enrich the layers of the image. Additional tip: the latest sunset is generally around 7 PM.

Xi’an Kunming Pool – Sunset by River near Moon Platform

Use a high-angle shot with a medium telephoto/phone's 3x lens. Employ reflection composition to align the sun and its water reflection vertically, enhancing the sense of balance in the image. Frame the scene to include the evening sky, the lake surface, and distant trees, and include leaves on the left side as a foreground element to add depth and highlight the beauty of light and shadow at sunset.

Kunming Pool Phase II SW of Lake Bridge – Sunset

Photo by Kunming Pool – Sunset Glow

Kunming Pool – Sunset Glow