Using the rule of thirds, place the subject at the right one-third of the frame, with the corner tower in the left background for balance. The photographer should use a low angle to shoot upwards, incorporating the red walls and pillars in the foreground to add depth, and capturing the red walls and corner tower in the background. The model should hold a skewer of candy haws, with her fingers gently touching her cheek and a natural smile on her face. It’s recommended to use a medium to long focal length lens for this shot. Travel Tips: - Ticket price: 60 RMB; - Opening hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the pillars and red corner towers.

Photography Tips: The photographer should stand about 1.5 meters behind and to the side of the model, using the blue curtain as the foreground and the yellow curtain as the background to capture the model, the French fries cat, and the hamburger cat paintings. Posing Tips: The model should stand facing the paintings, then lean back slightly with the upper body, pointing one finger at the French fries cat painting while slightly tilting the head to look at the camera. Visit Guide: Exhibition Theme: Cats Are the Shape of Air Location: Beijing - Snow Lotus Light Art Center Ticket Prices: Single $39, Double $69 Tickets can be purchased online (Damai/Cat Eye) or at the venue. Exhibition Dates: July 19 - October 12 Special Benefit: Cats are allowed Recommended Outfit: Light colors Shooting Time: 1:25 PM - 2:10 PM Shooting Equipment: Ricoh GR IIIx HDF.

Snow Lotus Bright Art Center - Colorful Cloth Curtains and French Fry Cat Hanging Painting

Using the rule of thirds, the subject is positioned slightly to the right of center, with the left side left blank to show the sunset sky and green trees in the background. The composition includes ancient building columns and railings in the foreground, the subject in the midground, and trees and the sunset in the background, creating a rich sense of depth. The photographer shoots from an elevated angle to ensure the subject blends harmoniously with the environment. Travel Tips: The ticket price is 15 yuan in peak season and 10 yuan in off-season.

Temple of Heaven Park - Taking a photo with ancient architecture, corridors, and greenery under the trees.

It's recommended to use a diagonal composition technique, utilizing the intersecting white stripes of the hanging installation to form diagonal lines that guide the viewer’s eye and enhance the sense of depth. The photographer should stand in front of the installation at eye level, maintaining a parallel angle with the installation. A wide-angle lens is suggested to capture the overall structure of the installation and its surrounding atmosphere. Admission: Free.

National Museum of China - Filming Suspended Art Installations

Shooting Tips: The model should stand at the entrance of the store, and the photographer should be two arm’s lengths away, using a 1x/wide-angle lens. If the lighting is poor, you can use the flash. Shooting Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, when the light is better. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XE4 + 18-50mm f2.8. Outfit Suggestions: The cafe has an American retro style, and a little black dress would be a great match. Pose Suggestions: If you're unsure about poses, you can look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

INNER CAFE (Longfusi Branch) - By the Window

Photo by National Museum of China - Siyang Bronze Square Zun Exhibition

National Museum of China - Siyang Bronze Square Zun Exhibition

The photographer shoots from a low angle, using the eaves of the corridor as a frame. The composition employs a frame-within-a-frame technique, with the eaves serving as the frame to highlight the main subject, the Jade Green Pavilion, red walls, and ancient trees, adding depth to the image. A medium-telephoto lens is used to compress the space, making the relationship between the red walls, pavilion, and ancient trees more compact and clearly showcasing the architectural details and the arrangement of elements in the frame. Travel Tips: Admission to the Forbidden City is 60 RMB from April 1 to October 31, and 40 RMB from November 1 to March 31. Admission is free for minors.

The Forbidden City in Beijing - Yu Cui Pavilion with its eaves, red walls, and ancient trees.

Use a centered composition to place the cattle sculpture at the center of the frame, highlighting its three-dimensional quality and detailed texture. Adopt a straight-on shooting angle to better showcase the depth and layers of the sculpture. Keep the background simple to avoid any distracting elements, ensuring that the subject stands out visually and the overall image remains clean. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free, but advance reservation is required. ② Opening Hours: Daily 9:00 AM - 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 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM). The museum is closed on Mondays.

National Museum of China - Bronze Sculpture of Cattle Herd

The photographer stands directly in front of the building, adopting a slightly upward angle to capture the scene. The “Huangji Hall” plaque is positioned at the center of the frame, serving as the visual focal point. Travel Guide: - Ticket Prices: From April 1 to October 31 (peak season), the entrance ticket is 60 RMB per person. From November 1 to March 31 of the following year (off-season), the entrance ticket is 40 RMB per person. The special exhibition hall ticket is 10 RMB per person, which includes access to the Huangji Hall and other sites in the Ningshou Palace area. - Opening Hours: During the peak season (April 1 to October 31), the site is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with the last ticket sold at 4:00 PM and the last entry at 4:10 PM, closing at 5:00 PM. During the off-season (November 1 to March 31 of the following year), the site is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with the last ticket sold at 3:30 PM and the last entry at 3:40 PM, closing at 4:30 PM.

The Imperial Palace - Plaque of the Hall of Supreme Harmony

The photographer crouches to shoot from a slightly lower angle, enhancing the symmetry of the doorframe. Using a framing composition, the red wall and doorframe are used to frame the du li tree and green tiles. A standard lens is recommended. Travel Tip: Choose a sunny day for shooting, as good lighting makes it easier to get great shots.

Temple of Heaven - Chinese Pear Tree and Door Frame