Use the rule of thirds composition, with two-thirds at the bottom for the sea of clouds and one-third at the top for the starry sky. Incorporate the outline of the mountain on the right to enhance the depth of the image. The photographer should use a low-angle shot to capture the vast panorama of the starry sky and the sea of clouds, adjusting exposure to preserve details in the stars and textures in the clouds. Additional suggestions: Pay attention to safety. Mobile signals in the mountains are weak or nonexistent in some areas, so it's recommended to travel in groups.

Jiawutai – Cloud Sea Night View

The photographer might be positioned at a higher and open vantage point on Jia Wutai to capture an unobstructed sunrise view. By shooting slightly upwards, the relationship between the sky and the horizon at sunrise can be naturally presented. Using the rule of thirds, the frame can be divided horizontally into two parts: the sky (sunset area) and the mountains (or sea of clouds), which stabilizes the structure of the image and highlights the sunrise while showcasing the environment. Photography equipment: A tripod can be brought for time-lapse photography.

Jiawutai Scenic Area – Dragon Back Sunrise

Photo by Jiawutai – Narrow Rock Stair Passage

Jiawutai – Narrow Rock Stair Passage

The photographer is on the mountaintop, capturing the scene with a level or slightly downward angle. Using the rule of thirds, the lower two-thirds of the frame is filled with a surging sea of clouds. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: Free. ② Opening Hours: All day. ③ Best Time for Photography: 17:00-18:00.

Jiawutai – Cloud Sea at Sunrise/Sunset

Use a low-angle shot, with the stairs as a leading line extending from the bottom of the frame to the stone house above, directing the viewer's focus. Place the stone house in the center of the upper part of the frame, surround it with green vegetation as a background, and keep the figures in the middle to add liveliness. Travel Tips: Best for shooting on clear days with good lighting.

Jiawutai Scenic Area – Aerial Heavenly Ladder

The photographer is positioned at a high vantage point, capturing the scene with a horizontal perspective. Employing the rule of thirds, the composition divides the frame such that the sky occupies the upper two-thirds, while the sea of clouds fills the lower one-third. Utilizing a wide-angle lens, the vast sky and sea of clouds are included, showcasing the grand spatial scene of the sunrise and sea of clouds at Xi'an's Jiawutai. The rule of thirds balances the sky and the sea of clouds, presenting an expansive and magnificent natural landscape. Travel Tips: ① Parking fee for self-driving vehicles is 10 yuan; ② Admission is free of charge; ③ Opening hours are 8:00-18:00 all year round.

Xi’an Jiawutai – Sunrise Cloud Sea

Use a framing composition technique, utilizing the natural rock holes as a foreground frame, with the red "Holy Elephant Gate" characters positioned at the center top of the frame. Shoot through the frame to capture the distant valley and green mountain bodies, enhancing the sense of depth in the image. The photographer should take a flat shot in front of the rock cave to highlight the structure of the rocks and the expansive sense of the distant view, ensuring that the frame captures the entirety of the rock frame and the background valley. Other tips: Pay attention to safety and do what you can.

Jiawutai – Holy Elephant Gate Rock Cave

The photographer employs the rule of thirds, with the sky occupying the upper third of the frame, and the sea of clouds and mountain ranges taking up the lower two-thirds, balancing the levels of the scene. The foreground introduces plants at the bottom left corner, adding a sense of depth and natural ambiance to the image. Travel Tips: ① It is recommended to arrive before 9 AM, as the sea of clouds dissipates quickly once the sun rises and the temperature increases. ② Entrance fee: None. Parking fee: 10 yuan. ③ Equipment: Hiking shoes, hiking poles, sun protective clothing. There is a steep section that requires both hands and feet, so it's best to have gloves.

Xi’an Jiawutai – Evening Cloud Sea

Use a flat angle, apply the rule of thirds to compose the shot, place the rising sun at the bottom third of the frame, with a sky-to-cloud sea ratio of approximately 1:2 to enhance the sense of balance; include the full view of the cloud sea, a few prominent peaks, and the distant mountains on the right to enrich the sense of depth, showcasing the vastness of the cloud sea and the gradient of colors in the sky. Pay attention to adjusting the exposure when shooting against the light to prevent overexposure of the sun while retaining details in the cloud sea. Travel tips: It is recommended to set out at 4 a.m. on a clear day, arriving just in time for sunrise.

Jiawutai – Sunrise Cloud Sea

The model stands on a rock by the water, slightly to the right of the center of the frame. The photographer captures the scene with a flat angle, balancing the figure on the right with the water and rock background on the left. The composition includes the cave's top rocks, the green waters in the middle, and the foreground stones, enhancing the spatial depth and the grandeur of the cave. The model looks into the distance with a natural pose, hands in pockets.

Jiawutai – Photo with Mine Cave Water