The photographer stands to the side front of the subject at eye level for the shot. Using a mid-range lens, it clearly captures the subject's expression and the colors of the wall. 1. Travel Tips: ① Best Time for Photography: The whole day is suitable for shooting as there is ample sunlight during the day. In the evening, as the lights come on, the atmosphere becomes more pronounced, making for great night scene photos. 2. Dressing Suggestions: Wear cool and handsome leather jackets, denim outfits, or simple and fashionable attire, or even traditional costumes. 3. Other Experiences: It is recommended to avoid peak weekends and choose weekdays to visit, so as to fully enjoy the photography experience.

Xi’an Joy City – Red Wall with Text & Big Wild Goose Pagoda Pattern

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Xi’an Joy City – Rooftop Cafe Stone Railing with Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Use the starry sky staircase as the foreground to enhance the sense of depth in the image, with the Big Wild Goose Pagoda centrally composed in the middle of the frame to highlight the main subject. The photographer adopts a low-angle shot to showcase the grandeur of the pagoda. The scene includes the fully lit Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a deep blue sky background, and greenery at the bottom, enriching the visual elements of the picture. Shooting time: It is recommended to shoot after the lights come on at night for better results.

Xi’an Joy City – 4th Floor Viewing Platform Big Wild Goose Pagoda Night View

The photographer stands a bit further away from the subject, squats down, and uses a low-angle shot with the subject positioned at the left third of the frame, while the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is on the right, creating a blend of ancient and modern. The background includes the complete Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the blue sky, and the foreground brings in the ground to enhance the sense of depth. For the pose: the model stands with their back to the camera, hands naturally behind their back, facing the pagoda to give a more storytelling feel.

Xi’an Joy City – People with Big Wild Goose Pagoda

The photographer stands slightly in front of the subject, at eye level, employing a contrast composition where the subject's black attire sharply contrasts with the red wall, highlighting the main subject. Using a mid-range lens, it clearly captures the subject's facial expressions, action details, as well as the wall text and colors. Additional tip: After photographing the check-in wall, you can also head to the observation deck to photograph the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Xi’an Joy City – 4th Floor Red Xi’an Wall

The photographer captures the scene from a distance with the subject and the landscape, using a flat perspective. The figure is positioned in the right third of the frame, with their arm serving as a leading line that draws the viewer's attention towards the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. A wide-angle lens is used to encompass the vast scenery and convey a grand atmosphere. Travel Tips: It is recommended to take photos on a sunny day.

Joy City Observation Deck – With Auspicious Dragon & Big Wild Goose Pagoda

The photographer crouches at the edge of the stairs, shooting with a slightly upward angle, ensuring that the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is at the center of the frame, using the eaves and stair borders to frame the image; employing a framing composition, with the architectural eaves and the diagonal lines of the stairs guiding the viewer's gaze towards the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, enhancing the depth and visual guidance of the image; using a camera with a 50mm-85mm focal length/a smartphone with 2x-3x zoom to highlight the Big Wild Goose Pagoda as the main subject while retaining the details of the frame; including the eaves, stair edges, and some greenery as the foreground, with the cityscape in the background to emphasize the contrast between the history and modernity of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. 1. Travel Tips: - Admission Fee: No entrance fee required; - Best Time for Photography: Early morning mist or dusk when the city lights come on, the soft light or vibrant night scene can infuse a unique atmosphere into the image. 2. Dressing Suggestions: - Wearing Hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing) with an ancient fan, leaning on the railing and gazing into the distance to fully express the charm of the Tang Dynasty; - Simple casual attire with trendy accessories can also capture a fashionable, urban vibe.

Xi’an Joy City – 4th Floor Ancient & Modern Big Wild Goose Pagoda

1. The photographer stands directly in front of the model, capturing the scene at eye level. Using the rule of thirds, the model is positioned at the left third of the frame, while the Big Wild Goose Pagoda occupies the right two-thirds. A standard lens is employed to accurately reproduce the scene's proportions, precisely presenting the model's posture, clothing details, and the spatial relationship between the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and its surrounding environment, showcasing the atmosphere of the scene. 2. ① There is a musical fountain at the North Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, with performances at 19:00 and 21:00, creating a cyber-night city that is more enchanting than the day; ② For those looking to take great photos, it is recommended to rise early if possible, as the photography experience will be enhanced.

Xi’an Joy City – Observation Deck

The subject is positioned slightly to the right of the center of the frame. The photographer opted for a low-angle shot looking up, which emphasizes the grandeur of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the depth of the stairs; using a layered composition that combines the stairs, the subject, and the pagoda in one frame, creating clear levels and enhancing the sense of space. 1. Pose: The model naturally stands with their back to the camera, leaving the side profile to be photographed; 2. Wardrobe suggestion: It is recommended to wear a light-colored long dress.

Xi’an Joy City – 4th Floor Steps with Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Position yourself behind the Gundam statue near the mall entrance and use a low-angle shot looking up. Center the Gundam in the frame to fully display the details of the mecha, with the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the background, creating a blend of ancient and modern. Focus on the Gundam while keeping the pagoda's spire and some of the night sky to enhance the depth of the image. Additional tip: Using a fill light for night photography will yield better results.

Xi’an Qujiang Joy City – Gundam with Big Wild Goose Pagoda Night View