The model stands in front of the door, holding the bag naturally with both hands. The photographer is about 2 meters away from the model, shooting at eye level. Use central composition, with the "Jingyuan" plaque and the door frame in symmetry, and the model standing in front of the door to enhance the sense of balance in the picture. Use a camera with a 40mm focal length or a smartphone with a 1x focal length, avoiding pedestrians and paying attention to distortion.

1. Equipment parameters: It is recommended to use a camera with a zoom lens of 24-70. Focal length is 40, and the aperture is around 4.

2. Travel tips: The best time for shooting is about 11 a.m.

Gao Family Courtyard – In Front of Jingyuan Gate

The photographer should be about 2 meters away from the model, shooting horizontally. Use leading line composition to create a sense of depth through the right wall and red lanterns, highlighting the layers and atmosphere of traditional architecture. Use a camera with a 50mm lens or a smartphone with a 2x zoom. Be mindful of avoiding pedestrians to keep the frame clean and avoid wide-angle distortion.

1. Equipment settings: Use a zoom lens with a range of 24-70mm. Set the focal length to 50mm and the aperture to around f/4.

2. Travel tips: The best time for shooting is around 11 am.

Gao Family Courtyard – Ningrui Hall Front Alley

The photographer should use a 50mm focal length, stand about 3 meters away, and place the Yingzi Gate right in the center of the frame, making sure to avoid passing pedestrians.

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Gao Family Courtyard – Yingzi Plaque

Position yourself in front of the building for the shot, with the ancient architecture's entrance as the main subject. Frame the scene with the eaves and door frame to highlight the subject. Use color contrast to attract the viewer's attention, and enrich the content with the lines of the eaves and intricate carvings.

Additional experience: There's also a shadow puppet show here that's quite interesting. If you're intrigued, make sure to check it out. It's located in the Muslim Quarter, so after exploring, you can enjoy some food and drinks.

Gao Family Courtyard – Ningrui Plaque

The model stands with hands clasped, body slightly tilted. The photographer should be about 1 meter away from the model, shooting from a low angle. Pay attention to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean, and it's recommended to use a 50mm lens on a camera or 2x zoom on a phone, ensuring no distortion.

1. Equipment Settings: Use a 24-70mm zoom lens on the camera. Set the focal length to 50 and the aperture around f/4.
2. Travel Tips: The best time for shooting is around 11 AM.

Gao Family Courtyard – By Rockery Pond

The photographer can position themselves slightly in front of the model, who should lean against the brick wall with a side profile, holding a small object. Using the rule of thirds, place the model on the right one-third of the frame, using the rustic brick wall as a background to highlight the integration of the person with the environment.

Gaojia Courtyard – Photo with High-Walled Passage

As shown in the image, the photographer is about 1 meter away from the model, with a focal length of 50 and an aperture of around 4. When shooting, be mindful to avoid passersby to keep the frame clean and avoid distortion.

1. Photography equipment: Camera, using a zoom lens of 24-70.
2. Travel tips: The best time for shooting is around 11 in the morning.

Gao Family Courtyard – Mingde Courtyard

The photographer should be about 2 meters away from the model, shooting horizontally. While shooting, be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean, pay attention not to distort, use leading lines composition, and utilize the extension of the wall lines to guide the viewer's gaze, adding depth to the image. It is recommended to use a 50mm focal length on the camera to highlight the delicate texture of the model and the wall, while avoiding too wide a field of view that could distract from the subject.

1. Photography Equipment: It is suggested to use a camera with a zoom lens of 24-70, set at a focal length of 50, and an aperture around f/4.

2. Travel Guide: The best time for shooting is around 11:00 AM.

Gao Family Courtyard – By Wall