Pull your face back a bit, not too forward, or you'll get the death top light.

Xi’an British Library – Eggshell

The photographer uses a 50mm focal length and maintains a distance of 1 meter from the model.

1. Photography Pose: During the shoot, the model can hold onto the legs of the stool or sit on the ground for a more striking image.

1. Opening Hours: 9:00-21:00, the library's fifth-floor exhibition is open every day, including Mondays.

2. Additional Tips: After shooting at a normal angle, remember to rotate the image by 90 degrees; it will give the impression that the entire scene has been flipped.

Xi’an British Library – Upside-Down Room

Photographers should use a 50mm focal length and avoid the overhead lighting when shooting.
Exhibition period: December 21, 2024 - October 7, 2025.
Operating hours: 9:00-21:00.
Other tips: The British Library's "World Pixels" exhibition is divided into two halls, A and B, so don't miss either.

Xi’an British Library – Book Tunnel

The photographer is positioned in front of the scene, capturing it from a frontal perspective. A framing composition is employed, using the leaves above to create a natural frame that encloses the silhouette of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Buddha statue. A medium to long focal length lens is used to compress space, enhance the connection between the subjects, highlight the silhouetted subjects, and create a unique layering in the image.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Sunset

Photo by Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Underground Palace – Red-Wood Corridor, Buddha & Stone Exhibit

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Underground Palace – Red-Wood Corridor, Buddha & Stone Exhibit

Photo by Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Red Wall

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Red Wall

Photo by Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Underground Palace – Corridor & Heavenly Music Sculptures

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Underground Palace – Corridor & Heavenly Music Sculptures