The model sits on a seat in front of the hydrangeas, with the photographer standing directly in front of the model, positioning the camera at a slightly lower angle around chest level to shoot. Utilize central composition to place the model right in the center of the frame.

Pose suggestion: Rest hands on knees, slightly lean forward with the upper body, and tilt the head while smiling.

Outfit recommendation: Sweet and fresh style.

Business hours: 10:00-19:30.

Average cost per person: Around 60 yuan.

Best time for shooting: Around 18:30.

Shooting equipment: Fujifilm XT30II, XF23mm F1.4 lens.

JM Cafe (Beiluo Guxiang Branch) - Hydrangeas

The photographer stands inside the archway of Zhengyang Gate, using a frontal view shooting angle. Employing the frame composition technique, the archway is used as a frame to highlight the scenery outside the hole. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture a broader scene.

Travel Tips: Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM, closing at 5:00 PM), closed on Mondays.

Zhengyang Gate - Archway and Ancient Architecture

The model stands behind the counter of a small store, with the photographer facing the counter and shooting from a flat angle, slightly lower than the model's shoulder level. Use the rule of thirds to place the counter goods in the lower third of the frame, with the model and background display cabinet in the center to highlight the retro atmosphere. It is recommended to use a 35mm focal length or a 1x setting on a smartphone to maintain an appropriate field of view and clarity of details.

Peace Guoju - Convenience Store

Photo by Tiananmen Square - Close-up of the stone lion in front of the city gate tower

Tiananmen Square - Close-up of the stone lion in front of the city gate tower

The model stands next to the traffic light, and the photographer stands face-to-face with a distance of 2 meters, using a 50mm lens, trying to capture the entire traffic light while avoiding pedestrians in the shot.

Photo poses:
① The model can stand beside the traffic light, pulling the pole with one hand, lifting the other hand upward, standing with crossed legs, and looking at the photographer;
② The model can also lean naturally against the pole under the traffic light, with hands crossed on the chest, standing with slightly bent legs and looking up.

He Ping Guo Ju - Next to the Traffic Light

Photo by Tiananmen Square - Partial architecture of the Tiananmen Tower

Tiananmen Square - Partial architecture of the Tiananmen Tower

Photo by Tiananmen Square - Take a photo with the Tiananmen Square signboard.

Tiananmen Square - Take a photo with the Tiananmen Square signboard.

Photo by Tiananmen Square - Monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People architecture sunset.

Tiananmen Square - Monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People architecture sunset.

The model sits on a chair at the entrance, with the photographer standing face-to-face, 2 meters apart, using a 35mm focal length, trying to capture the entire view of the café.

The model stands outside the café, one hand in the pocket, one leg stretched forward, looking up at the sky, facing the photographer. One hand holds a coffee, and the other hand covers the mouth, slightly tilting the head up to look at the photographer.

Outfit suggestions:

1. Retro and artistic style
Brown corduroy suit + beige high-neck sweater + straight-leg jeans + leather boots.
Matched with gold-rimmed glasses and a leather notebook, perfectly blending with the retro atmosphere of the café.

2. Japanese fresh style
Navy horn-buttoned coat + plaid scarf + white canvas shoes. Holding a hot coffee cup, with slightly curled hair ends creating a natural and lazy vibe.

3. French elegance style
Oatmeal-colored knitted dress + same-colored long coat + ankle boots.
Beret + pearl earrings for embellishment, suitable for side shots while sitting on a chair.

4. American casual style
Gray hoodie + black bomber jacket + sports pants, paired with dad shoes and baseball cap, with a more casual pose of putting hands in pockets.

Tips:
For seated shots, it's recommended to choose nine-inch pants/short skirts to avoid a bulky look.
You can borrow newspapers/books from the café as props.
For autumn and winter, warm colors like camel, caramel, and oatmeal are preferred.
When taking photos at the entrance, choose bright-colored bags to stand out.

Beiluo Guxiang - Outdoor seating at Xiaoshiguang Cafe

The model sits on the steps in front of the red door, with the photographer positioned directly in front of the model, capturing the shot from a low angle. Center the composition on the central axis of the red door, and use symmetrical framing. It is recommended to use a mid-range lens to accurately reproduce the proportions of the person and the scene.

Peace Guo Bureau - Red Gate Steps