The model stands in front of the statue, and the photographer stands one arm's length away, using a 1x/wide-angle lens. Focus on the statue, with the person slightly blurred in the foreground.
Shooting Time: 3:00-5:00 PM, when the sunlight is good.
Shooting Equipment: Fuji XE4 + 18-50mm f/2.8.
Wardrobe Suggestions: The entire scenic area is solemn and serious, with red as the main color. Simple clothing is recommended.
Photography Poses: Stand with your feet crossed; if you're unsure about poses, you can look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

The Confucius Temple and the Imperial College Museum - Statue of Confucius Teaching

With door studs and door rings as the background, use a rule of thirds composition placing the subject slightly to the right of center to maintain a balanced frame; choose angles that better showcase the model’s clothing and background details; use a reflector for fill light during midday strong sunlight to brighten the face and clothing details. 1. Pose: The model should gently touch the door ring with both hands and look towards the camera, keeping the movement natural; 2. Outfit Suggestion: Consider wearing a dress and matching makeup and styling.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Red Wall Palace Gate with Door Knockers

The model stands next to the frame, and the photographer stands at a 45-degree angle in front of the model, about 5 meters away, with the letter frame as the background, shooting at a slight side angle.
① Equipment: Fuji XT5, 16-50mm lens.
② Pose: The model rests one hand on the door frame, tilts their head slightly, and looks at the camera.
③ Travel Tips: Free admission, open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pop-up event from July 11 to September 11.

Wangfujing Central - White English door frame

From the photographer's perspective, the pavilion is captured at eye level, fully presenting the facade structure and overall form of the Eight-Pillared Pavilion. The composition employs a central framing technique, placing the pavilion at the center of the frame and using a symmetrical layout to enhance the sense of dignity and stability of the architecture. A standard lens is used to accurately reproduce the proportions, colors, and details of the building, clearly showcasing elements such as the blue glazed tiles, painted decorations, and stone pillars, thus presenting the entire architectural appearance and spatial relationships.

1. Travel Tips: The entrance fee is 3 yuan per person, and during park events, it is 10 yuan per person.
2. Other Tips: Entry through the South Gate requires advance reservation, while entry through the East and West Gates does not require advance reservation.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Lanting Octagonal Pavilion Architecture

**Photography Tips:** Have the model stand in the middle of the window, and the photographer on a platform directly in front of the model. Frame the composition centrally to place the model at the center of the image, enhancing the balance of the shot.

**Outfit Suggestions:** New Chinese Style / Cool and Chic.

**Admission:** Weekdays: $60 for one person, $100 for two people; Weekends and holidays: $80 for one person, $140 for two people.

**Opening Hours:** Visiting hours are from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (closed for maintenance from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM). Closed on Mondays. For special holidays, please check the official announcement.

**Photography Equipment:** Fujifilm XT30II + XF18-55mm lens.

Nanchizi Art Gallery - Square Windows

Photo by Take a photo with the ginkgo trees at the bench in Zhongshan Park, Beijing.

Take a photo with the ginkgo trees at the bench in Zhongshan Park, Beijing.

Shooting Tips: The model stands in front of the stone railing, slightly lowering her head. The photographer stands 1 meter directly in front of the model, using the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame. This spot is very crowded, so you may need to queue and use software to remove passersby in post-processing.

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday, 06:00-21:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Warm brown tones, paired with a scarf for added ambiance.

Admission: ¥3 per person.

Best Time to Shoot: Around 15:30.

Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Zhongshan Park in Beijing - Ginkgo Trees by the Stone Railing

The model stands on the flat ground in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and the photographer stands one to two arm's lengths away, using a 2x/medium-telephoto lens.
Equipment settings: Fuji x4, lens 18-50mm, aperture f2.8.
Pose suggestions: Looking at the camera or not is fine; posing sideways to the camera adds a cinematic feel.
Shooting time: Around 3 PM, when the light is excellent.
Outfit recommendations: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, or gray being versatile choices.

The Forbidden City - Hall of Supreme Harmony

The model stands on one side of the tulips, and the photographer should position themselves 4 meters away on the other side of the tulips. The camera should frame the model and the building slightly from below, using layered composition with the foreground being the tulip flowers, the midground the model, and the background the building. This will create a rich and layered image. It is recommended to use a 50mm lens to highlight the details of the model and the flowers.

Posing Suggestions:
1. Place both hands together to convey a shy and delicate feeling, echoing the beauty of the flowers.
2. Turn around and look at the building for a back view shot, creating an atmospheric image.

Galaxy SOHO - Tulip Fields

The photographer stands below the steps, shooting upward to capture the architecture, aligning the stone-carved path and the plaque of the main gate of Dacheng Hall at the center of the frame to highlight the ceremonial feel and axial symmetry. The branches at the top are included as a natural border, adding layers and a classical atmosphere to the picture.

Travel Tips:
Opening Hours: Peak Season May-Oct 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Off-Season Nov-Apr 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (closed on Mondays).
Ticket Price: $30 per person.

Confucius Temple Dacheng Hall - Steps and Plaque in Front of the Hall