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- Monday
- 10 AM - 10 PM
- Tuesday
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- Wednesday
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- Thursday
- 10 AM - 10 PM
- Friday
- 10 AM - 10 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM - 10 PM
Photo/Video Shoot
Chongqing
Ride through Chongqing’s neon skyline and star in your own cinematic TikTok-style video.
⏰ Time Slots
5:30 PM – Catch golden hour and sunset vibes 🌇
7:30 PM – Cruise under the glowing city lights 🌃 (This new time starts from June 16th since the sun goes down a bit later now)
📍 Location
Nanbin Road, Chongqing
🏍️ What’s the Experience?
Hop on the backseat of a motorbike and cruise down one of Chongqing’s most iconic night routes, with the dazzling Raffles City skyline as your backdrop.
Our videographer rides alongside on another motorbike to capture you from dynamic, cinematic angles.
You’ll receive:
-1 x 15–25 second TikTok-style edited video 🎬
-3–5 bonus unedited photos 📸
⏳ Duration
-Each session lasts approximately 40–60 minutes
💸 Price
-$99 USD per person
-Full payment required at the time of booking
📅 Booking & Reschedule Policy
-Book at least 1 day in advance
-You may reschedule once (with 7+ days’ notice)
-We shoot even in light rain. If weather or safety conditions on our side prevent the shoot, we’ll reschedule or refund you
📩 After Booking
Once your reservation is confirmed, you’ll receive an email with:
-The meeting point
-Pre-shoot instructions (what to prepare, what to wear, etc.)
💌 After the Shoot
You’ll receive your edited video and 3–5 unedited photos within 5 business days
🔥 Why Book This
-A one-of-a-kind Chongqing memory, professionally filmed
-Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or content creators
-Unique and cinematic — better than a regular photoshoot
-A reel-worthy experience you can share or keep forever
✨ Bonus
-Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)!
-Let us know your handle if you’d like to be tagged 💫
-Example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DI8t8Gzox-e
⏰ Time Slots
5:30 PM – Catch golden hour and sunset vibes 🌇
7:30 PM – Cruise under the glowing city lights 🌃 (This new time starts from June 16th since the sun goes down a bit later now)
📍 Location
Nanbin Road, Chongqing
🏍️ What’s the Experience?
Hop on the backseat of a motorbike and cruise down one of Chongqing’s most iconic night routes, with the dazzling Raffles City skyline as your backdrop.
Our videographer rides alongside on another motorbike to capture you from dynamic, cinematic angles.
You’ll receive:
-1 x 15–25 second TikTok-style edited video 🎬
-3–5 bonus unedited photos 📸
⏳ Duration
-Each session lasts approximately 40–60 minutes
💸 Price
-$99 USD per person
-Full payment required at the time of booking
📅 Booking & Reschedule Policy
-Book at least 1 day in advance
-You may reschedule once (with 7+ days’ notice)
-We shoot even in light rain. If weather or safety conditions on our side prevent the shoot, we’ll reschedule or refund you
📩 After Booking
Once your reservation is confirmed, you’ll receive an email with:
-The meeting point
-Pre-shoot instructions (what to prepare, what to wear, etc.)
💌 After the Shoot
You’ll receive your edited video and 3–5 unedited photos within 5 business days
🔥 Why Book This
-A one-of-a-kind Chongqing memory, professionally filmed
-Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or content creators
-Unique and cinematic — better than a regular photoshoot
-A reel-worthy experience you can share or keep forever
✨ Bonus
-Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)!
-Let us know your handle if you’d like to be tagged 💫
-Example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DI8t8Gzox-e
Shanghai
Step into history with this all-inclusive Chinese Aesthetic Photoshoot for 1 person, set near the breathtaking Yu Garden — surrounded by stunning traditional Chinese architecture. Whether you want to channel the elegance of an empress or the charm of a scholar, we’ve got you covered — rain or shine!
📍 What’s Included:
✅ Choose from 200+ Traditional Costumes – Hanfu, Tang-style robes, and more (for men & women)
✅ Full Makeup & Hairstyling (120 min) – Done by professional stylists in a nearby studio
✅ Guided Photoshoot in Yu Garden Area (30–40 min) – Don’t worry, we’ll help with poses!
✅ 40 Original Photos – Choose 6 for professional retouching (skin, lighting, etc.)
📦 You’ll receive your original photos within 2 days and retouched ones within 7 working days — all sent digitally.
🕒 Total time: ~2.5 to 3 hours
🧥 No need to bring anything — we provide all makeup, costumes, and accessories.
📅 Book now and capture your Chinese fairytale moment! 📸✨
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
📍 What’s Included:
✅ Choose from 200+ Traditional Costumes – Hanfu, Tang-style robes, and more (for men & women)
✅ Full Makeup & Hairstyling (120 min) – Done by professional stylists in a nearby studio
✅ Guided Photoshoot in Yu Garden Area (30–40 min) – Don’t worry, we’ll help with poses!
✅ 40 Original Photos – Choose 6 for professional retouching (skin, lighting, etc.)
📦 You’ll receive your original photos within 2 days and retouched ones within 7 working days — all sent digitally.
🕒 Total time: ~2.5 to 3 hours
🧥 No need to bring anything — we provide all makeup, costumes, and accessories.
📅 Book now and capture your Chinese fairytale moment! 📸✨
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Grab your bestie, partner, or sibling — it’s time for a double transformation!
This 2-person package includes everything from the single-person experience for both of you, plus a few exclusive extras just for booking together.
💫 What’s Included (Per Person):
✅ Choose from 200+ Traditional Costumes (men & women)
✅ Full Professional Makeup & Hairstyling (120 min total for 2 people)
✅ Scenic Photoshoot near Yu Garden (30–40 min total)
✅ 40 Original Photos each
✅ 6 Retouched Photos each (professionally edited)
📷 Bonus for Duos:
🎁 5 raw group photos of both of you together — free!
This package is 299 USD total, a discounted rate from 318 USD if booked separately — with no compromise on quality or experience.
⏳ The entire experience takes approximately 3 hours total. You’ll each receive your own beautifully captured moments and step into ancient China — together.
📅 Book now and create unforgettable memories, side by side! ✨
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
This 2-person package includes everything from the single-person experience for both of you, plus a few exclusive extras just for booking together.
💫 What’s Included (Per Person):
✅ Choose from 200+ Traditional Costumes (men & women)
✅ Full Professional Makeup & Hairstyling (120 min total for 2 people)
✅ Scenic Photoshoot near Yu Garden (30–40 min total)
✅ 40 Original Photos each
✅ 6 Retouched Photos each (professionally edited)
📷 Bonus for Duos:
🎁 5 raw group photos of both of you together — free!
This package is 299 USD total, a discounted rate from 318 USD if booked separately — with no compromise on quality or experience.
⏳ The entire experience takes approximately 3 hours total. You’ll each receive your own beautifully captured moments and step into ancient China — together.
📅 Book now and create unforgettable memories, side by side! ✨
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Guilin
Book
Guilin: Li River Fisherman Aesthetic Photoshoot with Bamboo Raft (1 Person)
. Duration:4 hrs 30 mins··. Price:$539
“Guilin’s landscape is the best under heaven” — and this photoshoot proves it.
Glide across the iconic Li River on a bamboo raft, surrounded by karst mountains, dressed in flowing Chinese garments, and accompanied by a real local fisherman (渔翁) for that timeless touch of authenticity. This is your chance to become the main character in a living scroll painting.
📸 What’s Included
✅ Private 1-on-1 Photoshoot Service – You’ll have the full attention of the photographer and stylist.
✅ Traditional Styling (Makeup + Hair) – One-on-one styling with matching accessories.
✅ Costume Selection – 100+ outfits available, choose in advance based on sample works.
✅ Bamboo Raft Experience on the Li River – With a real fisherman for added aesthetics.
✅ 60+ Raw Photos Guaranteed – Capturing every angle of your Li River fantasy.
✅ 12 Professionally Edited Photos – Your top picks, fully retouched.
✅ BTS Video Clips – Mobile-shot, unedited video highlights of your shoot.
✅ Private Transfer to the Shoot Site – Car arranged from studio to the Li River location.
📍 Meeting Point
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号
Yangshuo Banshan Yunshui Hotel, 1st Floor
(Guilin, Guangxi)
💄 You’ll first arrive at the studio for makeup, hair, and costume selection before heading to the Li River for shooting.
🕐 Duration & Availability
🕓 Total experience: 4–5 hours
📅 Available daily, weather permitting
📸 Advance booking required — minimum 7 days
Glide across the iconic Li River on a bamboo raft, surrounded by karst mountains, dressed in flowing Chinese garments, and accompanied by a real local fisherman (渔翁) for that timeless touch of authenticity. This is your chance to become the main character in a living scroll painting.
📸 What’s Included
✅ Private 1-on-1 Photoshoot Service – You’ll have the full attention of the photographer and stylist.
✅ Traditional Styling (Makeup + Hair) – One-on-one styling with matching accessories.
✅ Costume Selection – 100+ outfits available, choose in advance based on sample works.
✅ Bamboo Raft Experience on the Li River – With a real fisherman for added aesthetics.
✅ 60+ Raw Photos Guaranteed – Capturing every angle of your Li River fantasy.
✅ 12 Professionally Edited Photos – Your top picks, fully retouched.
✅ BTS Video Clips – Mobile-shot, unedited video highlights of your shoot.
✅ Private Transfer to the Shoot Site – Car arranged from studio to the Li River location.
📍 Meeting Point
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号
Yangshuo Banshan Yunshui Hotel, 1st Floor
(Guilin, Guangxi)
💄 You’ll first arrive at the studio for makeup, hair, and costume selection before heading to the Li River for shooting.
🕐 Duration & Availability
🕓 Total experience: 4–5 hours
📅 Available daily, weather permitting
📸 Advance booking required — minimum 7 days
Book
Guilin: Sunrise or Sunset Chinese Aesthetic Photoshoot (1 Person)
. Duration:4 hrs 30 mins··. Price:$539
This package is for 1 person. Step into a real-life painting with this once-in-a-lifetime traditional Chinese photoshoot in the mountains of Guilin. This immersive experience blends classic Chinese beauty with the jaw-dropping natural scenery that Yangshuo is famous for.
Whether you're chasing the soft morning glow or golden hour magic, your photos will be framed by rolling peaks and dreamy skies—no green screen needed.
🌟 What’s Included
👘 Traditional Chinese Costume & Styling
Get dressed in stunning traditional Chinese attire, carefully styled by professional makeup and hair artists. You’ll choose your favorite look from a wide selection at the studio.
📷 Mountain-View Photoshoot
After styling, you’ll be driven to a spectacular mountaintop shoot location with panoramic views. The round-trip transportation from the studio to the mountain top is fully included and takes about 40 minutes each way.
📸 Photo Package
60+ high-resolution raw photos
12 professionally retouched edits
🎥 Bonus Phone Videos
You’ll also receive several short 10-second raw video clips, filmed casually on a phone—just like the videos you’ve seen on our Instagram. Perfect for reels, TikToks, or just reliving the moment.
🕐 Session Timing
Sunrise shoot: arrive at the studio by 4:00 AM
Sunset shoot: arrive by 1:30 PM
Please book at least 7 days in advance. Other times available on request.
📍 Meeting Point
1st Floor, Banshan Yunshui Hotel, No. 69-1, Egendi Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号阳朔半山云水酒店1楼
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Whether you're chasing the soft morning glow or golden hour magic, your photos will be framed by rolling peaks and dreamy skies—no green screen needed.
🌟 What’s Included
👘 Traditional Chinese Costume & Styling
Get dressed in stunning traditional Chinese attire, carefully styled by professional makeup and hair artists. You’ll choose your favorite look from a wide selection at the studio.
📷 Mountain-View Photoshoot
After styling, you’ll be driven to a spectacular mountaintop shoot location with panoramic views. The round-trip transportation from the studio to the mountain top is fully included and takes about 40 minutes each way.
📸 Photo Package
60+ high-resolution raw photos
12 professionally retouched edits
🎥 Bonus Phone Videos
You’ll also receive several short 10-second raw video clips, filmed casually on a phone—just like the videos you’ve seen on our Instagram. Perfect for reels, TikToks, or just reliving the moment.
🕐 Session Timing
Sunrise shoot: arrive at the studio by 4:00 AM
Sunset shoot: arrive by 1:30 PM
Please book at least 7 days in advance. Other times available on request.
📍 Meeting Point
1st Floor, Banshan Yunshui Hotel, No. 69-1, Egendi Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号阳朔半山云水酒店1楼
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Book
Guilin: Sunrise or Sunset Chinese Aesthetic Photoshoot (2 People)
. Duration:4 hrs 30 mins··. Price:$899
This package is for 2 people. Share the magic of Guilin’s mountain views with someone special in this unforgettable traditional Chinese photoshoot for two. With stunning costumes, dramatic landscapes, and soft golden light—this is the perfect experience for couples, friends, or family to capture memories together.
Shot at a scenic mountaintop near Yangshuo, this outdoor shoot feels straight out of a Chinese movie.
🌟 What’s Included
👘 Traditional Chinese Costumes & Styling
Both of you will get full makeup, hair, and styling in beautiful traditional Chinese outfits. Choose your favorite looks from a wide costume selection at the studio.
📷 Mountain-View Photoshoot for Two
After styling, you’ll be taken to a mountaintop photoshoot location with breathtaking views. Round-trip transportation from the studio to the mountain top is included and takes about 40 minutes each way.
📸 Photo Package
80+ high-resolution raw photos (solo and together)
18 professionally retouched edits
🎥 Bonus Phone Videos
Several short 10-second raw video clips filmed on a phone—just like the ones on our Instagram. Great for reels, TikToks, or behind-the-scenes memories.
🕐 Session Timing
Sunrise shoot: arrive at the studio by 4:00 AM
Sunset shoot: arrive by 1:30 PM
Please book at least 7 days in advance. Other times available on request.
📍 Meeting Point
1st Floor, Banshan Yunshui Hotel, No. 69-1, Egendi Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号阳朔半山云水酒店1楼
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Shot at a scenic mountaintop near Yangshuo, this outdoor shoot feels straight out of a Chinese movie.
🌟 What’s Included
👘 Traditional Chinese Costumes & Styling
Both of you will get full makeup, hair, and styling in beautiful traditional Chinese outfits. Choose your favorite looks from a wide costume selection at the studio.
📷 Mountain-View Photoshoot for Two
After styling, you’ll be taken to a mountaintop photoshoot location with breathtaking views. Round-trip transportation from the studio to the mountain top is included and takes about 40 minutes each way.
📸 Photo Package
80+ high-resolution raw photos (solo and together)
18 professionally retouched edits
🎥 Bonus Phone Videos
Several short 10-second raw video clips filmed on a phone—just like the ones on our Instagram. Great for reels, TikToks, or behind-the-scenes memories.
🕐 Session Timing
Sunrise shoot: arrive at the studio by 4:00 AM
Sunset shoot: arrive by 1:30 PM
Please book at least 7 days in advance. Other times available on request.
📍 Meeting Point
1st Floor, Banshan Yunshui Hotel, No. 69-1, Egendi Village, Xingping Town, Yangshuo
阳朔兴坪镇画山厄根底村69-1号阳朔半山云水酒店1楼
✨ Your shoot might be featured on our Instagram @ChinaInsider (1.2M+ followers)! We love showcasing our favorite moments — let us know your handle if you'd like to be tagged 💫
Beijing
Step into the World of Chinese Royalty 👑📸
Ever dreamed of wandering through an imperial garden dressed like ancient Chinese nobility? With this luxurious photoshoot experience, you’ll transform into a palace beauty or nobleman and explore one of Beijing’s most iconic royal landmarks—like Beihai Park, Temple of Heaven, the area around the Forbidden City, or the Summer Palace.
Let our photographer and makeup artist take care of everything while you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime photoshoot in full traditional court attire.
📸 This experience includes:
1 set of traditional costume (choose from Qing Dynasty court style 清宫风 or Ming Dynasty style 明制)
Shoes, accessories & elegant props
Full styling service: hair + makeup + dressing assistance
1-on-1 photoshoot guided by a professional photographer
Chinese/English-speaking staff throughout the experience
40 raw photos + 6 professionally edited photos
Admission ticket to one scenic location (choose 1: Beihai Park, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City area, or Summer Palace)
Round-trip transportation between the studio and the shoot location
📍 Meeting Point: Our Beijing studio (exact address will be sent after booking)
⏰ Total Duration: 3–4 hours (including styling, travel, and shooting time)
✨ Ready to glow like royalty in the heart of Beijing? Don’t wait—your palace fantasy is one booking away.
👉 See sample photos & videos here
Ever dreamed of wandering through an imperial garden dressed like ancient Chinese nobility? With this luxurious photoshoot experience, you’ll transform into a palace beauty or nobleman and explore one of Beijing’s most iconic royal landmarks—like Beihai Park, Temple of Heaven, the area around the Forbidden City, or the Summer Palace.
Let our photographer and makeup artist take care of everything while you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime photoshoot in full traditional court attire.
📸 This experience includes:
1 set of traditional costume (choose from Qing Dynasty court style 清宫风 or Ming Dynasty style 明制)
Shoes, accessories & elegant props
Full styling service: hair + makeup + dressing assistance
1-on-1 photoshoot guided by a professional photographer
Chinese/English-speaking staff throughout the experience
40 raw photos + 6 professionally edited photos
Admission ticket to one scenic location (choose 1: Beihai Park, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City area, or Summer Palace)
Round-trip transportation between the studio and the shoot location
📍 Meeting Point: Our Beijing studio (exact address will be sent after booking)
⏰ Total Duration: 3–4 hours (including styling, travel, and shooting time)
✨ Ready to glow like royalty in the heart of Beijing? Don’t wait—your palace fantasy is one booking away.
👉 See sample photos & videos here
Xi'an
Xi’an: Full Chinese Aesthetic Photoshoot (1 Person)
Stroll through Datang Everbright City under glowing lanterns, or channel ancient elegance at Qinglong Temple — this immersive shoot turns you into a Tang Dynasty heroine or hero for a day.
✨ Your experience includes:
1 Hanfu outfit (Tang or Warring States dynasty style)
Full styling: makeup, hair, and accessories
Choose 1 iconic location for your shoot:
• Datang Everbright City (night)
• The Longest Day in Chang'an Theme Block (Tang-style indoor set)
• Qinglong Temple (day)
• Ci’en Park (day)
6 professionally edited photos + 40 raw photos
Props provided depending on the theme
Styling time: 60–120 minutes
Shooting time: 40–60 minutes
📍Meeting Point:
1st Floor Shop, Cuihua Road, next to Orange Crystal Hotel, at 十里红妆处
📍 Map: https://surl.amap.com/3gmO2kFc4it
🕒 Total Duration: 180 minutes
Come get your royal glow-up in Xi’an — no time machine needed 👑
👉 See sample photos & videos here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DLmbErToLkg/
Stroll through Datang Everbright City under glowing lanterns, or channel ancient elegance at Qinglong Temple — this immersive shoot turns you into a Tang Dynasty heroine or hero for a day.
✨ Your experience includes:
1 Hanfu outfit (Tang or Warring States dynasty style)
Full styling: makeup, hair, and accessories
Choose 1 iconic location for your shoot:
• Datang Everbright City (night)
• The Longest Day in Chang'an Theme Block (Tang-style indoor set)
• Qinglong Temple (day)
• Ci’en Park (day)
6 professionally edited photos + 40 raw photos
Props provided depending on the theme
Styling time: 60–120 minutes
Shooting time: 40–60 minutes
📍Meeting Point:
1st Floor Shop, Cuihua Road, next to Orange Crystal Hotel, at 十里红妆处
📍 Map: https://surl.amap.com/3gmO2kFc4it
🕒 Total Duration: 180 minutes
Come get your royal glow-up in Xi’an — no time machine needed 👑
👉 See sample photos & videos here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DLmbErToLkg/
Hangzhou
Hangzhou: Full Chinese Aesthetic Photoshoot (1 Person)
Step into a living painting at Hangzhou’s iconic West Lake, where you’ll dress in flowing Hanfu and capture timeless moments among pavilions, lotus ponds, and willow-lined shores.
✨ This experience includes:
Traditional Hanfu costume for 1 person
Full styling with makeup, hair, and accessories
40 photos taken, with 6 professionally edited, all raw photos included
Choice of scenic West Lake locations: Fengbo Pavilion (风波亭), Jixian Pavilion (集贤亭), or Lotus Pond (荷花池)
Admission tickets for both guest and photographer
Photographer-guided posing & creative direction throughout
📍 Meeting Point:
Room 424, 4F, No. 58 Changsheng Road, West Lake International Trade Center, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
📍 Map Link: https://surl.amap.com/46hUTwdqcKA
🕒 Total Duration: About 3 hours
Ready to turn West Lake into your personal fairytale set? Let’s make some magic together ✨
👉 See sample photos & videos here
Step into a living painting at Hangzhou’s iconic West Lake, where you’ll dress in flowing Hanfu and capture timeless moments among pavilions, lotus ponds, and willow-lined shores.
✨ This experience includes:
Traditional Hanfu costume for 1 person
Full styling with makeup, hair, and accessories
40 photos taken, with 6 professionally edited, all raw photos included
Choice of scenic West Lake locations: Fengbo Pavilion (风波亭), Jixian Pavilion (集贤亭), or Lotus Pond (荷花池)
Admission tickets for both guest and photographer
Photographer-guided posing & creative direction throughout
📍 Meeting Point:
Room 424, 4F, No. 58 Changsheng Road, West Lake International Trade Center, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
📍 Map Link: https://surl.amap.com/46hUTwdqcKA
🕒 Total Duration: About 3 hours
Ready to turn West Lake into your personal fairytale set? Let’s make some magic together ✨
👉 See sample photos & videos here
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