Framing the Qingamen gate frame in the foreground to capture the distant palace buildings enhances the sense of depth. The photographer stands below the gate and shoots upward, positioning the plaque of Qingamen at the center top of the image, with the complete roof of the palace included in the background.

Travel Tip: Admission fee is 60 RMB.

The Forbidden City Museum in Beijing - Plaque at Qianqing Gate and distant buildings

Stand directly in front of the display case and shoot at eye level with a centered composition, placing the bronze owl-shaped vessel in the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. Include the cultural and creative exhibits on the display stand on either side, and retain the colorful decorative painting at the top to balance the composition. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the entire display environment, enhancing the depth and layers of the scene.

Travel Tips: Admission is free, but you need to make a reservation one week in advance.

National Museum - Photographing Goat-Themed Artifacts and Paintings

The model stands in front of a red door, leaning slightly against the wall with her hands folded in front of her, in a natural pose. The composition follows the rule of thirds, placing the model on the right one-third of the frame, while the left side captures details of the red door and brass door studs, balancing the image. The photographer shoots at eye level, capturing the full view of the door, part of a yellow wall, and a stone foundation, highlighting the atmosphere of the ancient architecture.

Beijing's Temple of Heaven Park - Red Gates and Bronze Urns

The photographer stands slightly below the storefront and takes a low-angle shot, using the framing technique with dense foliage as the upper frame to enclose the main structure of the shop, highlighting the integration of nature and architecture. The scene includes the entire storefront (white walls, "Under the Horse Chestnut Tree" sign, wooden stairs), a large tree on the left, a blue car, and the front decorations, with a small portion of the sky visible in the background.

Baoding Ju Hutong - Yellow Staircase Under the Chuan Tree and Abandoned Cars

Place the floral art exhibit centrally in the frame to highlight its colors and shapes. The shot should include the full view of the floral arrangement, the display cabinet below, and the information plaque. Keep a light-colored wall in the background to avoid clutter and ensure the exhibit is fully presented.
Travel Tip: Admission is free.

National Museum of China - "Flowers Blossom and Wealth Flourishes" Exhibition

Use a frame-within-a-frame composition, with doorframes and tree branches serving as natural frames to enhance the depth of the image. Employ a symmetrical composition with the palace as the central focus, flanked by symmetrically arranged stone railings on both sides, and steps leading the viewer's gaze upward to the roof tablet. Shoot from a low angle inside the doorframe, capturing the foreground doorframe, overhanging branches, and the complete structure of the palace and stone railings.

Travel Tip: Admission is 60 RMB.

The Palace Museum - Palace Architecture and Stone Railings

Photo by Temple of Heaven - Take a photo with the red walls and trees.

Temple of Heaven - Take a photo with the red walls and trees.

Positioning suggestion: The model should squat next to Labubu, and the photographer should take the shot from a distance of 2 meters, looking down.
Composition suggestion: Place Labubu in the center of the frame, with the model positioned on the left side.
Shooting time: It's recommended to shoot in the afternoon when the light is naturally soft.
Shooting equipment: This photo was taken with a Nikon Z6 II + 28-75mm lens.
Outfit suggestion: Casual style clothing.
Pose suggestion: The model should look at the camera and make a cute expression.

Labubu Weird Taste Convenience Store - Corn Labubu

Use a centered composition with the subject positioned in the middle of the frame, shot from a straight-on angle. The frame should include the red walls and green tiles of the building, the grass, and the trees on the right side. Include the railing in the foreground to add depth. The model should be seated sideways next to the railing, with their head slightly raised and looking towards the building, with a natural pose. A wide-angle lens is recommended to capture the surrounding atmosphere.

Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the red walls, green tiles, and lawns.

Keep the sculpture of the cattle herd in clear focus. Use a centered composition to place the sculpture in the middle of the frame, highlighting its three-dimensional quality and intricate textures. Shooting from a straight-on angle will better showcase the layers of the sculpture. Simplify the background to avoid any distracting elements, ensuring that the main subject stands out visually and the overall image remains clean.

Travel Tips:
① Admission: Free entry, but advance reservation is required.
② Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM, visitors must exit by 4:30 PM). From June 1 to October 31, extended hours are in effect, with the museum open from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM). The museum is closed on Mondays for routine maintenance.

National Museum of China - Qiniu Tiger-Ear Bronze Storage Vessel for Cowrie Shells