Compose with the foreground, using a telephoto lens to frame the ginkgo tree in the background with the fountain as the foreground. Include the golden ginkgo trees in the background while capturing the reflection on the water surface to enhance the sense of depth in the image. Shoot from a flat angle to ensure the details of the fountain in the foreground and the colors of the ginkgo in the background are clearly presented. Travel tips: Best for shooting during clear daytime hours when the lighting is good.

Xi’an Sofitel People’s Building – Fountain

The photographer is shooting horizontally from directly in front of the model. Placing the subject at the center of the frame highlights them, with their clothing contrasting against the golden fallen leaves and green vegetation. A standard lens is used to clearly display the subject's posture, expression, and bouquet in hand, creating a warm, artistic autumn atmosphere. 1. Photography equipment: Fujifilm X30 II with Venus Optics Laowa 56mm f/1.4. 2. Additional tips: If you have a large aperture lens, you won't be afraid of crowds, but if you're using a smartphone, it's recommended to come when there are fewer people.

Sofitel People’s Building – Ginkgo Forest

Photo by Shaanxi Tang Sancai Art Museum – With Dog-Holding Female Statue

Shaanxi Tang Sancai Art Museum – With Dog-Holding Female Statue

The model stands sideways in front of the showcase, positioned at the left third of the frame, with the photographer shooting at eye level. Using the rule of thirds, the model on the left balances with the Tang Sancai artifacts in the showcase on the right. The model's right hand is slightly raised, pointing to the Tang Sancai inside the showcase, while the left hand holds a round fan, with their gaze following the direction of the hand, enhancing the sense of interaction with the artifacts. Travel Tips: Open from 9:30 to 17:00, closed on Mondays.

Xi’an Tang Sancai Museum – With Camel, Elephant & Other Pottery Figures

The model stands in the ancient archway, with the photographer positioned about 4-5 meters outside the archway, taking a frontal shot to maintain the integrity of the arch frame. Utilize the frame composition to enclose the model within the archway frame, enhancing the sense of depth and the ancient architectural atmosphere. Travel Tips: 1. Ticket Price: 3 yuan per person; 2. Opening Hours: 07:30 to 18:00, with last entry at 17:00.

Xi’an Baxian’an Ancient City – With Ancient Building Gate

The photographer uses a bird's-eye view and leads the composition with guiding lines to extend the black and white stripes of the zebra crossing horizontally, naturally directing the gaze towards the text "photo here" and so on. The frame should include the entire zebra crossing, from the nearby text to the distant stripes, ensuring that all the text is clearly visible.

Good Xi’an Yun Street – Lucky Crosswalk

Use close-up composition to highlight the posture and facial expression details of the pottery figurines. Utilize the red wall background to create a color contrast with the figurines, enhancing visual impact. Include both the Hu figurines and pottery horses in the frame to create a sense of historical scene, highlighting the unique charm and cultural value of Tang Dynasty artifacts. Travel Tips: Open from 9:30-17:00, last admission at 16:00, closed on Mondays.

Shaanxi Tang Sancai Art Museum – Pottery Horse & Hu Figure

The model stands in the center of the overpass, while the photographer slightly angles down, maintaining a position slightly lower than the model's line of sight. Use a centered composition with the model at the center of the frame, utilizing the leading lines of the overpass railing to focus the gaze and highlight the subject. Pose for the photo: The model leans naturally against the railing, reaching out to interact with the sycamore leaves with a side pose, presenting a relaxed and natural posture, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the image.

Xi’an Tieyi High School – Pedestrian Skybridge

The photographer stands in front of the exhibit, capturing the Terracotta Warriors from a low angle to ensure they are fully framed. Using a mid-to-long focal length lens, the background is compressed to keep the entirety of the Tang Sancai artifacts in sharp focus. A centered composition is employed, placing the artifacts at the center of the frame to highlight their morphological details. The frame is limited to only include the white exhibit counter and the dark background wall, excluding any clutter that might distract from the main subject. Travel Tips: The ticket price for adults is 50 yuan. Additional Experience: There are many eye-catching wrapped artifacts inside.

Shaanxi Tang Sancai Art Museum – Pottery Figurines

The photographer and the model are positioned about 3 meters apart for the shoot. The photographer should shoot at eye level, paying attention to avoid passersby to keep the frame clean, with a focal length of 40mm, and be mindful of avoiding distortion. Equipment settings: For this shoot, a camera with a 24-70mm zoom lens is used, with the aperture set around f/4.

Xi’an Old Market – Xi’an Character Wall