Central composition, with the model standing in the center, the photographer captures the full body of the model, approximately three meters away from the model.

Pose guidance: The model can hold their left arm with their right hand and look up to the left.

Photography composition: Central composition
Equipment used: Canon R62 camera, 24-105mm lens

Old Vegetable Market Cultural Street – Old Market Check-In Wall

The model stands to the right of the red door, precisely within the red line frame. The photographer should be positioned about two meters away from the model, on the central axis of the red door.

Ticket Prices: Adult tickets are 54 yuan, and student tickets are 27 yuan.

Best time for shooting: Around 15:00 in the afternoon is preferable.

Dress suggestions: A black and white coat with a red scarf is recommended.

Additional suggestions: It is advised to use a camera with a zoom lens for shooting, with a focal length of 24-105.

Yongning Gate – Red Round Gate

As shown in the diagram, the photographer and the model are 2 meters apart, with the photographer shooting horizontally. When taking the photo, be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and avoid distortion.

It is recommended to use a camera with a zoom lens of 24-70 for shooting, with a focal length of around 35 and an aperture of about f/4. The best time for shooting is around 7 PM in the evening.

Classic – Entrance Steps Night View

Photography Tips: The model stands next to the "Chang'an" sign, slightly to the right of the center of the frame. The photographer should be 2 meters away, using a low-angle shot. Apply the rule of thirds to compose the shot, with the figure on the right third, and the large "Chang'an" characters in the center to create a dialogue. The model raises one hand to point towards the text to guide the viewer's gaze, while the other hand carries a bag. The loose clothing and casual posture add a sense of relaxation. It is recommended to use a standard focal length/2x on a smartphone to capture the texture of the brick wall, highlighting the interaction between the subject and the text.

Old Market Cultural Creative Street – Chang’an Character Sign

The photographer should be positioned about one meter in front of the model with a focal length of 30mm. Be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and avoid distortion.

Posing suggestions: The model can sit on a chair and cross their legs to show a relaxed feeling, or interact with the nearby Hello Kitty.

Xi’an Old Market – Hello Kitty Chair

The model faces away from the camera towards a distant clock tower, with a blurred figure and a sharp background, creating a sense of depth.

Equipment settings: The lens is an 18-150mm, with an aperture range of f3.5-6.3.

Photographic poses:
1. With the ancient city wall as the backdrop, stride forward with arms swinging, the bigger the movement, the better the shot;
2. Stand under the eaves of an enemy tower, with distant buildings in the background, reach out as if to pick a bell, creating a strong sense of interaction;
3. Lean against the green bricks of the city wall, wear sunglasses, and put your hands in your pockets, exuding a cool vibe;
4. Climb up to the Yongning Gate city wall to a spot where you can capture the street scene with the clock tower in focus, blur the figure, and fill the shot with atmosphere.

Yongning Gate – City Wall Blue Bricks

The photographer captures the subject from a slightly close distance directly in front, using central composition to place the person wearing a dark coat at the center of the frame. With trees full of pink blossoms and ancient city walls as the backdrop, a mid-telephoto lens is used to blur the background and highlight the subject, creating a natural and fresh atmosphere.

1. Shooting time: During the full bloom of Mei Ren flowers, choose a clear morning before 10 AM or after 4 PM in the afternoon. At these times, the light is soft, and in the evening, the afterglow of the sunset adds a warm yellow hue to the Mei Ren flowers, enhancing their gentleness and romance.

2. Additional tips: The blooming period is from late March to late April.

Xi’an South Gate Wall – Plum Blossoms

Capture the "Chang'an" characters on the wall and the red ribbons on the trees, and it is recommended to use a medium telephoto lens to highlight details and the main subject. Place the "Chang'an" text at the lower part of the frame, with the red ribbons and tree branches occupying the upper part and creating a corresponding effect, enhancing the depth and interest of the image. Moderately include the surrounding eaves and branches in the frame to form a natural environment atmosphere, while also paying attention to avoid clutter or background distractions to highlight the theme.

Old Market Creative Street – Chang’an Wall with Red Ribbon Tree

Position yourself diagonally in front of the subject at eye level, suggesting a mid-range focal length lens to capture the warm lighting inside the building, creating an atmospheric feel that highlights the elegance of the Hanfu and the ancient charm of the architecture.

Opening Hours: The Xi'an City Wall scenic area is open from 08:00 to 22:00, and Yongning Gate, as an important entrance and exit of the city wall, can be visited during this time period.

Xi’an Yongning Gate – Red Pillars

Photographer and model are 3 meters apart for the shoot. The photographer shoots at eye level with a focal length of 40 and an aperture of 6.

1. Equipment Specifications: The equipment is a camera, and a zoom lens with a range of 24-70 is used.
2. Best Time for Shooting: The ideal time for shooting is around 10 AM when the light is good.
3. Additional Tips: Pay attention to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and be mindful to avoid distortion.

Xi’an Old Market Cultural Creative Street – Check-in Wall