The model stands next to the road sign, with the photographer placing the model and the sign at the center of the frame to highlight the subject. The horizontal and vertical lines of the sign contrast with the form of the figure, enriching the layers of the image. It is recommended to use a standard lens to present the scene from a realistic perspective, restoring the true spatial relationships. 1. Equipment specifications: Nikon Z30 (prime + zoom lenses). 2. Travel tips: ① Admission is free; ② It is recommended to go for a shoot in the afternoon or evening.

Dongjiaomin Alley – Photo with Signpost

Photo by Dongjiaomin Alley – Chinese Arch Building and Stone Lion Sculpture

Dongjiaomin Alley – Chinese Arch Building and Stone Lion Sculpture

The photographer stands parallel to the sign and building, capturing the scene from a slight distance with a direct line of sight, employing a framing composition technique. By using the architectural arches and windows as frames, the sign is incorporated, enhancing the sense of depth in the image. 1. Travel tips: It is recommended to take photos after 3 PM when the light is softer, resulting in a better atmospheric feel in the photos. 2. Wardrobe suggestions: It is advised to wear simple vintage French or American-style clothing, which matches the architectural style more effectively.

Dongjiaomin Alley – Dongjiaomin Alley Road Sign and Buildings

The photographer should position themselves at a close distance and low angle in front of the church, looking up; use vertical lines in the composition to emphasize the solemnity with the towering spires and other vertical elements of the church; it is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the entirety of the church and surrounding buildings, using perspective to enhance the sense of height and grandeur of the church. 1. Travel tips: Daily mass at 07:00, and Sunday masses at 07:00, 08:00, and 18:00. 2. Additional experiences: ①The east side of the church is partially blocked by residential buildings, and it takes about 2 hours after sunrise for light to gradually reach the church; in summer, the light might be the best, warmest, and softest around 6 PM, while in winter it might be around 4 PM. ②You can enter the church during mass, but you must adhere to the church's regulations.

Beijing St. Michael’s Cathedral – Residential Buildings and the Church

The model stands on the zebra crossing while the photographer captures the scene with a medium telephoto lens, including the model, road, vehicles, European-style buildings, red brick walls, and trees in the frame. The red-roofed European-style building is centrally located to highlight the subject, and the brick wall serves as a background to enhance the color contrast in the image. Travel Tips: Shoot on a sunny day for better lighting and more impressive photos.

Dongjiaomin Lane – Red-Brick Wall Photo Spot

The model stands by the roadside curb, with the photographer facing the model and the building, zooming in the lens from 5 meters away for a low-angle or eye-level shot. 1. Photography equipment: Fujifilm X-H2 with a 16-55mm lens. 2. Poses for the photo: ① The model walks on the sidewalk, glancing at the camera or looking to the sides. ② The model can also sit on a roadside barrier, sit with arms crossed. 3. Suggested shooting time: It is recommended to go for the shoot between 3-4 PM when the light is soft.

Dongjiaomin Alley – Crosswalk in Front of Art Museum

Photo by Dongjiaomin Alley – St. Michael’s Church from the Roadside

Dongjiaomin Alley – St. Michael’s Church from the Roadside

1. Pay attention to leaving blank space in the sky and road, and take photos across the zebra crossing. 2. Shoot from the southwest corner of the intersection, and the group photo can capture the complete tower tip. Equipment settings: Fujifilm X-E4 with 18-55mm f2.8. Shooting time: In the afternoon, the light hits the church just right, and faces will be backlit. Other tips: You can use a flash for shooting.

St. Michael’s Cathedral – Southwest Corner of the Intersection

Under the premise of ensuring safety, the model stands on one side of the road sign while the photographer stands on the double yellow solid line in the middle of the road, zooming the lens to 1.5 times, with the subject occupying the middle and bottom two-thirds of the frame. Equipment settings: Fujifilm XT30II, lens 18-55. Photography pose: Leaning against the road sign, slightly tilting the head, and not looking at the camera.

Dongjiaomin Alley – Road Sign

1. Positioning: The photographer stands on the sidewalk directly opposite the church on the road, raising the camera high. 2. Maintaining Symmetry: The design of the main gate features symmetry, with the stone pillars on both sides and the decorations at the top presenting a balanced aesthetic. 3. Focus: The central decorative ironwork and the cross above on the gate serve as the visual focus, placed at the center of the frame to draw the viewer's attention. 4. Foreground and Background: The gate acts as the foreground, with the church's facade as the background, creating a sense of depth. Equipment Settings: Fuji XT30II, lens 18-55.

Dongjiaomin Alley – St. Michael’s Catholic Church