The photographer stands outside the door to take photos, shooting at eye level. When shooting, be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and avoid distortion.

1. Photography Equipment: It is recommended to use a camera, with a zoom lens of 24-70, and a focal length of 30 with an aperture around f/4.

2. Travel Tips: The best time for shooting is around 4 PM.

“Seeing That Insect from the Flowing Dream” Exhibit – Colored Lights

Photo by Xi’an Prison Bar – With Interior Decorations

Xi’an Prison Bar – With Interior Decorations

Rule of Thirds: Turn on the camera's grid and place the butterfly or key flower on the grid's intersection points to create a balanced and focused composition.

Foreground Composition: Use the flowers or leaves in the foreground to blur, highlighting the butterfly or main subject in the background, adding depth and layering to the image.

Center Composition: Place a butterfly or a gracefully shaped flower in the center of the frame to attract the viewer's attention, suitable for close-up shots.

Travel in the early morning or late evening when the light is soft and the colors are highly saturated, adding a warm atmosphere to the floral scene and butterflies, avoiding overexposure and harsh shadows caused by strong midday light. Interact with the floral scene by having people stand among the flowers, gently smelling the flowers, or reaching out to touch the butterflies, making the image more storytelling and impactful.

Xi’an Dadu Hui – Butterfly Flower Garden