1. Central composition is adopted with the model positioned at the center of the frame, and the photographer uses a flat shooting angle. The model stands next to a stone wall, with the background including the stone wall, stone pillars, and the window on the right, retaining architectural details to enhance the atmosphere of the environment. 2. Travel tips: Opening hours are from 09:00 to 17:00 Tuesday to Sunday, with last entry at 16:00, and the museum is closed all day on Mondays. 3. Outfit suggestions: Light-colored clothes or dresses are recommended for a more photogenic look.

China Court Museum - Side Wall

Photo by Beiluo Guxiang - Baochao Cultural and Creative Shop Entrance

Beiluo Guxiang - Baochao Cultural and Creative Shop Entrance

The photographer focuses on the roof and eaves of the Bell and Drum Towers. The foreground includes green tree branches and leaves, the midground clearly displays the red walls, green tiles, and carved details of the architecture, and the background retains the sky, creating a sense of depth in the composition. The main building is positioned on the right side of the frame, with a blank space on the left, highlighting the integration of the ancient texture and natural environment.

Beijing Drum Tower - Photographing the red colonnade and eaves of the Drum Tower with trees.

The photographer stands about 3 meters away from the character wall of Wudaoying Hutong to capture the complete character wall. When shooting, leave some sky space and reserve a portion of the zebra crossing in front of the wall. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Reservation: Free and no reservation needed; ② Operating Hours: Open all day. 2. Photography Equipment: Ricoh GR3xHDF.

Wudaoying Hutong - Wudaoying Hutong Character Wall

The photographer stands below the drum tower, adopting a low-angle shot. Using symmetrical composition, the central ridge of the eaves is placed in the center of the frame, with tiles and painted decorations symmetrically distributed on both sides, enhancing the sense of balance. The foreground includes blurred architectural parts to create a soft focus, while the background retains a clear sky, highlighting the details of the eaves. Travel Tips: ① Ticket price: 20 yuan; ② Opening hours: 9:00-17:00.

Beijing Drum Tower - Colorful Eaves of the Drum Tower

Photo by Zhihua Temple - Ancient Architecture and Modern Architecture

Zhihua Temple - Ancient Architecture and Modern Architecture

The model stands on the steps, lifting her feet, while the photographer stands slightly farther away on the ground, shooting from a slightly elevated angle to enhance the visual coverage of the rose cascade. Using the rule of thirds composition, the model is positioned slightly lower in the center of the frame, with the rose cascade occupying the upper two-thirds of the image, creating a natural integration of the subject and the environment. Additional tips: To capture the rose cascade or honeysuckle cascade as in the photo, it is recommended to visit in late April. However, the specific blooming period may vary depending on the temperature of that year.

Beiluo Guxiang - Rose cascade beside the architecture

Photo by Ditan - Take a photo with the ginkgo trees in autumn

Ditan - Take a photo with the ginkgo trees in autumn

The model stands under the flowering tree, with the photographer slightly shooting from above, the camera position slightly lower than the model's head, and the viewpoint parallel to the model. The top frame is created by the branches and leaves of the flower tree, with the background retaining the temple wall and some of the crowd atmosphere to highlight the model as the main subject. Use a camera with a 50mm focal length or a smartphone's 2x zoom to capture the mid-shot that emphasizes the integration of the subject with the environment. Posing for the photo: The model's hands are naturally interlaced in front of the body, with a relaxed posture.

Zhihua Temple - Renhua Temple Pear Blossoms

Using a low angle shot, the photographer positions the camera low in front of the building and shoots upwards, employing foreground composition by including branches and leaves on the left side to enhance the sense of depth. The ancient building's roof is placed on the right side of the frame, highlighting the details of the tiles and painted decorations. The background retains a deep blue night sky, keeping it simple and clean. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 20 yuan; ② Opening Hours: 09:30-17:30.

Beijing Drum Tower - Ancient Architectural Rooftops and Greenery Night Scene