Photo by Beijing Water Cube - Take a photo with the building's exterior and the square.

Beijing Water Cube - Take a photo with the building's exterior and the square.

Photo by National Swimming Center - Take a photo with the interior glass structure.

National Swimming Center - Take a photo with the interior glass structure.

The person is positioned at the center of the frame, with central composition highlighting the呼应 with the panda head decoration in the background. The shot includes the person, the complete panda head, and the hexagonal wall of the Bird's Nest, clearly displaying the decorative details in the background. The background is compressed to enhance the connection between the subject and the panda head. The model stands naturally, with sunglasses hanging from their chest and a shoulder bag, and their pose is relaxed and not stiff. Travel Tip: It is recommended to shoot during clear weather with good daylight.

National Aquatics Center - Take a photo with the Panda Head decoration.

Shooting from a low angle, the photographer stands directly in front of and below the sculpture, looking up to capture its grandeur. The metal sculpture is placed at the center of the frame, highlighting its intricate structure and three-dimensional quality. The background includes the white walls and perforated decorations of the Water Cube’s interior, keeping the composition simple and unobtrusive. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 30 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM.

National Aquatics Center - Metal Sculpture

Photo by National Aquatics Center - Capturing the Nighttime Architecture of the Water Cube

National Aquatics Center - Capturing the Nighttime Architecture of the Water Cube

The model is seated in front of a white railing, positioned slightly to the left of the center of the frame. The photographer shoots at eye level, ensuring that the model’s back is aligned with the blue hexagonal light wall. The composition uses a foreground and background approach, with the model as the main subject in the foreground and the complete water cube blue light wall and distant skyscrapers in the background, enhancing the depth of the image. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to clearly capture the geometric details of the light wall and the natural sitting posture of the model. Travel tip: No admission fee is required.

National Aquatics Center - Night view of the Water Cube wall in front of the white railings.

The photographer uses a level angle, maintaining the same height as the model, and employs a centered composition with the jumping model positioned in the middle of the frame to highlight the subject. The background features the iconic hexagonal walls of the Water Cube, while the square ground and surrounding trees are included to add context. This approach captures the dynamic movement of the model in combination with the landmark architecture. The model jumps with outstretched arms, holding a fan, creating a natural and energetic pose.

National Aquatics Center - Take a photo with the Water Cube

The photographer uses an upward angle, with the Water Cube's hexagonal grid walls as the background, employing a frame-within-a-frame composition to highlight the subject. The model stands at the center of the frame, performing natural actions such as looking up or reaching out, creating a silhouette effect. Additional tips: Remember to wear flip-flops to avoid slipping on the anti-slip pads.

Water Cube Water Park - Exterior Walls

The photographer stands at a corner diagonally in front of the National Aquatics Center, looking up to capture the shot. By utilizing the building's well-organized polygonal "bubble" structure and triangular silhouette, a stable and orderly composition is created. A wide-angle lens is used, which stretches the vertical lines of the building, incorporates more of the main structure, and enhances the sense of depth and volume. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 30 RMB. This fee is charged only for entering the venue. If you just want to walk along the scenic promenade and take photos outside the venue, you don't need to buy a ticket. ② Lighting Time: The lights turn on around 9:40 PM and turn off at 10:00 PM.

National Aquatics Center - A corner shot looking up

Photo by National Aquatics Center - Take a Nighttime Photo with the Water Cube Architecture

National Aquatics Center - Take a Nighttime Photo with the Water Cube Architecture