The model stands in front of a candied hawthorn stand, positioned at one-third of the frame from the right, using a flat shooting angle. The composition is arranged according to the rule of thirds, with a blue neon sign and displayed candied hawthorn skewers included on the left, and the model's right hand raised naturally on the right, enhancing the liveliness of the image. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to ensure clarity of the subject and background details.

Qianmen Street - Take a photo with a candied hawthorn stand.

Photo by May Fourth Street - Peking University Red Building "Seek Truth from Facts"

May Fourth Street - Peking University Red Building "Seek Truth from Facts"

Photo by Peking University Red Building - "Diary of a Madman" Mural and Display Cases

Peking University Red Building - "Diary of a Madman" Mural and Display Cases

Photo by May Fourth Street - Peking University Red Building Newspaper Display Stand

May Fourth Street - Peking University Red Building Newspaper Display Stand

The model sits on the rooftop tiles, and the photographer takes a horizontal shot from a slightly lower angle, maintaining a camera position that is level with the model's line of sight. Using a 35mm lens on a camera or a 1x focal length on a smartphone allows for capturing the model's details while retaining the texture of the tiles and the background environment. 

Posing Tip: The model should sit naturally with slightly bent legs.

Beiluo Guxiang - Rooftop of the Yi Xi Restaurant

The photographer stands directly in front of the archway, using a low-angle shot to highlight the height and details of the archway, placing it in the center of the frame with symmetrical distribution of buildings on both sides to enhance the sense of balance; the street extends to form a leading line, guiding the gaze to extend into the distance and increase the sense of depth, capturing the full view of the archway, the ancient buildings on both sides, and the distant view of the street, with the sky in the background.

Qianmen Street - Archway Street Scene

Photo by Peking University Red Building - New Youth "Four Treasures of the Study" Exhibition

Peking University Red Building - New Youth "Four Treasures of the Study" Exhibition

Photo by Beijing Qianmen Street - Encountering Qianmen Installations and Flower Walls

Beijing Qianmen Street - Encountering Qianmen Installations and Flower Walls

Photography Tips: The model stands next to the road sign, and the photographer stands about two arm's lengths behind, using a 1x/wide-angle lens to shoot.

Shooting Time: Around 3-5 PM.

Equipment: Fujifilm X-E4 with an 18-50mm f2.8 lens.

Outfit Suggestions: There are many shops and decorations in Nanluoguxiang, so wearing something simple is advisable.

Posing Tips: If you're camera-shy, try these versatile poses. You can look down at the camera, or look up at the sky or down at the ground.

Beitou Luogu Alley - I miss you so much in Beijing

Photo by Peking University Red Building - Exhibit of Cai Yuanpei's Appointment Certificate

Peking University Red Building - Exhibit of Cai Yuanpei's Appointment Certificate