The photographer takes a flat shot, focusing on a close-up of the flower bud. Composition: Central composition, using the lotus leaf background to highlight the subject. Lens: Macro or telephoto lens. 1. Shooting timing: Choose early morning (with dew) or evening (soft light). 2. Post-processing ideas: Add dark corners, enhance colors, and highlight the freshness of the flower bud.

Qujiang Pool – Lotus

1. Facing the middle bridge arch, photograph the reflection and the arch with a lens longer than 85mm, at chest height. 2. During sunset, take a backlight shot of the bridge arch with the photographer zooming in 2-3 times and shooting at normal height. 1. Dressing suggestion: It is recommended to wear Hanfu. 2. Other tips: Strolling here at sunset is very pleasant and great for taking photos.

Qujiang Pool Ruins Park – Bridge Arch Reflection

Use framing composition, with the ancient window lattices on both sides as the frame, and highlight the main body of the osmanthus tree in the center. The photographer uses an upward angle from inside the window to include the eaves above to add a sense of depth. When framing the shot, include the texture of the window lattice in the foreground and capture the full view of the osmanthus tree covered with yellow flowers in the background. Travel Tips: ①Timing: 8:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30); ②Admission: Free, no reservation required, enter directly.

Xi’an Daxingshan Temple – Osmanthus on Rainy Day

The model is positioned on the left side of the frame, hands clasped together in a gesture of prayer, with a natural and genuine movement. The foreground includes an incense burner and the wisps of smoke to enhance the sense of depth. The midground highlights the character, and the background captures the roof of the Mahavira Hall and architectural details. Travel Tips: Admission is free.

Daxingshan Temple – With Incense Burner, Trees & Temple

1. Shoot the opposite architectural complex from the bridge, with a 3-5x zoom, at eye level. 2. Shoot the opposite architectural complex from the railing, with a 3-5x zoom, at eye level. Other experiences: You can visit the Qujiangchi Site Park nearby, an exquisite location for taking Hanfu photos, with few people, a place for group building activities by emperors and top scholars of the Tang Dynasty, and the Second Emperor of Qin Park, an excellent choice for photographing ginkgoes in autumn.

Huangquqiao – Building & W Hotel

The model squats in front of the temple wall, with the photographer taking a low-angle shot to place the figure at the center of the frame, using central composition to highlight the subject. The background includes a grey wall with carvings and pigeons on the eaves, while the foreground incorporates a group of pigeons on the ground to enhance the sense of depth. The model looks down with a smile, gently touching a pigeon, naturally interacting with the environment and showcasing a harmonious atmosphere between humans and pigeons. Opening hours: 07:00-17:00.

Daxingshan Temple – With Temple Wall & Pigeons

As shown in the picture, the photographer and the model are 2 meters apart, and the photographer is shooting horizontally. Pay attention to avoiding pedestrians to keep the frame clean and avoid distortion. It is recommended to use a camera with a 24-70mm zoom lens for shooting, with a focal length of 40 and an aperture around 4. The best time for shooting is around 5 PM.

Qujiang Pool Ruins Park – Corridor Night View

As shown in the image, the photographer and the model are positioned 3 to 4 meters apart for the shoot. The photographer shoots at eye level. Be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean. Be sure to avoid distortion. It is recommended to use a camera with a 24-70mm zoom lens for the shoot. Set the focal length to 50mm and the aperture to around f/4. The best time for shooting is around 10 a.m.

Daxingshan Temple – Six Times Auspicious Arch

The photographer is positioned near the river, diagonally in front of the building, with a focal length of 70mm. 1. Photography suggestion: Pay attention to the composition to avoid distortion, and be mindful not to include too many extraneous objects in the frame; 2. Photography equipment: Camera, using a zoom lens with a range of 24-70mm.

Qujiang Pool Ruins Park – Huangquqiao Bridge Arch

1. Positioning Angle: The photographer stands on the bridge at eye level, capturing the dragon head sculpture and the distant W Hotel in a frontal shot, ensuring clarity of the sculpture and the hotel. 2. Composition Method: Employ the rule of thirds, placing the dragon head sculpture on the left side of the frame and the W Hotel in the background on the right, creating a contrast between the primary and secondary subjects. 3. Lens Focal Length: It is recommended to use a camera with a focal length of around 200mm or a smartphone's 5x zoom for shooting, which compresses the sense of space and highlights the hierarchical relationship between the subject and the background. Shooting Time: It is advised to take the photos during good weather in the daytime for better results.

Qujiang Pool Ruins Park – Huangquqiao Dragon Head