Use a centered composition to place the character and the large tree trunk in the middle of the frame, highlighting the harmonious relationship between the character and the natural environment. The photographer uses a low-angle shot to enhance the grandeur of the trees and the solemn atmosphere of the character. The frame includes lush foliage and the ground lawn, enriching the sense of depth in the image. It is recommended to use a medium telephoto lens for shooting, which can effectively compress the elements in the frame, reduce background clutter, and make the subject more prominent. Travel Tips: The lighting is better for shooting on a sunny day.

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Garden Tree

The photographer takes a top-down shot, standing slightly to the right above the model. The model naturally lies and sits on the grass, with scattered leaves and flowers brought into the foreground. The background is mainly green grass, using a camera with a 35mm lens/a smartphone on 1x zoom. Ensure that the subject and environment are both captured, highlighting the integration of the character and nature.

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Qian Xuesen Library Lawn

Photo by Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Fountain Sculpture

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Fountain Sculpture

The photographer should shoot at eye level with the model, who is positioned under a flowering tree. The photographer should get close to the foreground flowers to create an effect of being enveloped by the blossoms. A framing composition is recommended, using the foreground flowers to naturally form a soft frame around the edges of the image, highlighting the main atmosphere. It is suggested to use a camera focal length of 50mm-85mm (or 2x-3x on a smartphone), blurring the foreground flowers to enhance the sense of depth.

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Chongshi College Cherry Blossoms

The photographer stands in front of the model at an angle, using a flat perspective to apply the framing composition technique, allowing the model to echo with the pink cherry blossoms behind. By leveraging the life quality of the campus buildings and the blooming atmosphere of spring, a youthful and romantic picture effect is created. 

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Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Chongshi Cherry Trees

The model stands under the blossoming tree, with the photographer using a slightly high-angle shot, positioning the camera about 3 meters away from the model while maintaining a horizontal perspective to emphasize the integration of the person with the floral background. A rule of thirds composition is applied, placing the model slightly lower in the frame, with the tree occupying most of the space, creating a spring atmosphere. A 50mm focal length (or 2x on a smartphone) is used to highlight the subject with a natural background blur.

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Dorm W16 Cherry Blossoms

The photographer uses a drone for an aerial perspective, employing a medium telephoto lens to compress space. The composition is layered with the foreground including the lake and island fountain, the middle ground highlighting ancient architecture and greenery, and the background retaining distant mountains and the city skyline, creating a clear sense of depth. Attention is paid to the proportion of each element, and exposure is balanced to showcase details of the sky, landscape, and architecture.

Travel Tips:
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② Reservation Channel: XJTU Security Department's WeChat public account.

Xi’an Jiaotong Univ. Xingqing – Lake & Mountain Aerial

The model stands next to the tree, with the photographer positioned approximately 5 meters away from the model, maintaining a level camera shot. Pay attention to avoid tourists in the surrounding area to ensure a clean image and prevent image distortion caused by tilting, which can distort the architecture.

1. Photography Equipment: A camera is recommended, with a preference for a 35mm prime lens, and the aperture should be set around 2.8 - 3.5.

2. Photography Time: The light is soft at 11:00 AM, which can capture natural light and shadow effects.

Baxian Temple, Xi’an – Prayer Flag Wall

The model can naturally turn or pose with a side gaze. The photographer should maintain a distance of about 2-3 meters from the model, avoiding cluttered backgrounds to focus on the subject.

It is preferable to use a camera with a 40mm focal length, and set the aperture between 4-6. By utilizing the contrast between indoor and outdoor lighting, a sense of atmosphere can be created.

Baxian Temple, Xi’an – Red-Wood Corridor

The model stands next to the fence, while the photographer maintains a distance of approximately 5 meters from the model, ensuring the camera is level to capture the shot. It's important to avoid tourists in the frame and prevent any tilt that might cause distortion in the architecture.

Equipment settings: A recommended camera with a 35mm prime lens, and the aperture should be set around 2.8 to 3.5.

Shooting time: 11:00 AM, when the light is soft, allowing for a natural play of light and shadow effects.

Baxian Temple, Xi’an – Stele Wall