Stand slightly lower in front of the main gate and use a low angle with a tilt upwards to emphasize the solemnity of the gate. Place the gate in the center of the frame with the stone lions symmetrically distributed on both sides to enhance the sense of balance. Include the sky above, green trees on either side, and the stone path leading to the gate to highlight the main subjects of the gate, the plaque, and the stone lions.

Shanghai Chongming Confucian Temple – Stone Lions at the Main Gate

1. Perspective: The photographer stands near the vegetation on the beach, capturing the shot from a horizontal angle. 2. Composition technique: The rule of thirds is applied, dividing the frame into the foreground vegetation, midground water and buildings, and background sky, creating a balanced and stable image. 3. Lens usage: A mid-telephoto lens is employed to compress space, making the buildings more prominent in the frame and reducing distracting elements. Travel guide: The road that extends into the sea is located at the intersection of Dongjiang Road and Xinyao Road on Hengsha Island. Look for a sign indicating a project department and follow the path until you reach the road by the sea. Shooting suggestion: The sunset time is generally around 5:30 PM, so it's advisable to arrive about 40 minutes earlier. Due to the high number of visitors on holidays, arriving early can help secure the best shooting angles.

Chongming Island – Small House in the Sea at Hengsha Island

1. Angle of Position: The photographer stands in front of and slightly to the side of the model, taking a photo from a low angle looking up. 2. Composition Technique: Utilize foreground composition with the car's rearview mirror as the foreground to enhance the sense of depth and spatiality in the image. 3. Lens Usage: Employ a mid-telephoto lens to compress space, making the background simpler and emphasizing the main subject of the person. Travel Tips: It is recommended to self-drive to the island, where the car can be directly driven onto the ferry for a fee of 40 yuan per vehicle, plus an additional 5 yuan for each passenger except the driver. The road that extends into the sea is located at the intersection of Dongjiang Road and Xinyao Road on Hengsha Island, where there is a sign for a project department. Follow the road straight to the end to reach the seaside road. It is suggested to arrive about 40 minutes before sunset.

Chongming Island – Hengsha Island Shore

The photographer uses a low angle shot, allowing the stone embankment to stretch from the bottom right corner to the distant horizon on the left, guiding the viewer's gaze and enhancing the sense of depth. The composition includes the stone embankment, a large area of lake water, the sky, and the grassland on the right, showcasing an expansive environment. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens and stand on the stone embankment to photograph, balancing the proportion of water and sky with the sense of lines of the embankment. Other tips: It is advised to take good sun protection measures.

Hengsha Island – Stone Embankment, Lake, and Greenery

Photo by Dongping National Forest Park – Golden Flower Sculpture & Trees Photo Spot

Dongping National Forest Park – Golden Flower Sculpture & Trees Photo Spot

Photo by Dongping National Forest Park – Entrance Sign, Lanterns, and Flower Bed

Dongping National Forest Park – Entrance Sign, Lanterns, and Flower Bed

Shoot from a low angle with the camera pointing upwards, using the water surface as the foreground to capture the complete reflection of the building in the lake, creating a reflection composition that enhances the sense of balance in the image. The frame should include the two red-roofed main buildings, green trees by the lake, and the blue sky in the background, blending nature with architecture. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to ensure the clarity of architectural details and reflections, and to achieve a well-defined layering in the image.

Dongjiaomin Alley – Photo with Road Sign and Red Brick Wall

Use a high-angle bird's-eye view to place the plane in the center of the frame, with a centralized composition to highlight the subject. The shot should include the central plane and the surrounding dense forest, creating a visual effect of a green sea of trees enveloping the plane. Shooting time: It is recommended to choose a sunny day when the lighting is good, making it easier to produce good photos.

Dongping National Forest Park – Aerial View of Airplane

The photographer used a drone to capture an overhead shot, focusing on symmetrical composition, placing the colorful road at the center of the frame, with dense forests symmetrically distributed on both sides to create a sense of balance. The road extends from the bottom to the top of the image, acting as a leading line that enhances the sense of depth. 1. Travel Tips: - Ticket price: 60 yuan; - Opening hours: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. 2. Additional advice: It is recommended to park at Gate 1 parking lot, costing 20 yuan per entry.

Dongping National Forest Park – Aerial View of Forest Road and Colorful Installation

Choose a flat angle for filming to maintain the integrity and stability of the architectural lines. Ensure that the building entrance is centered in the frame, with symmetrical lines of gravel paving guiding the viewer's gaze directly to the main subject. Additional experience: The hotel community has two hotel buildings, Yunju and Huitin, with shared public areas and restaurants.

Xinlan Tiandihui Ting Yunju Hotel – Night View of Hotel Entrance