Photo by China Geological Museum - Li Siguang Statue and Greenery

China Geological Museum - Li Siguang Statue and Greenery

Photo by China Geological Museum - Taking a photo with reptile fossil exhibits

China Geological Museum - Taking a photo with reptile fossil exhibits

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands on the opposite side of the road, at eye level, to capture a full view of the front facade and surrounding environment of the China Geological Museum.
2. Composition Technique: The composition uses vertical lines, where the vertical lines of the building enhance the stability and solemnity of the image. The rule of thirds is applied, dividing the image horizontally into three sections: sky, building, and ground with surrounding facilities, creating a clear sense of layers. Additionally, the use of the foreground, such as the road, traffic signs, and trees, contrasts with the background of the museum building, highlighting the main structure.
3. Lens Usage: A standard lens is used. The normal proportions of the building and surrounding scenery, without noticeable distortion, indicate that the standard lens accurately reproduces the appearance of the museum and its surroundings, allowing the viewer to see the entire building and its setting clearly.

China Geological Museum - Across the Street

The photographer should shoot from a slightly higher position, with the model standing sideways and looking at the exhibit in the display case, positioned at the right one-third of the frame using the rule of thirds. The display case on the left balances the composition. The model’s natural pose should enhance the sense of interaction, and the background should be blurred to retain the gallery lighting, highlighting the connection between the subject and the exhibit. A standard focal length lens is recommended.

China Geological Museum - Taking a Photo with Exhibits in the Exhibition Hall

The photographer should use a wide-angle lens for a flat shot to capture the entire scene. The frame should include the skeletal fossils, dinosaur models, foreground green plants, and background forest murals to enhance the depth of the scene. The main elements should be arranged according to the rule of thirds, with the fossils and models positioned on the left and right one-third of the frame, respectively, to balance the composition and highlight the vividness of the prehistoric setting.

China Geological Museum - Dinosaur Fossil Exhibits

Photography tips: The photographer should stand 3 meters away from the dinosaur egg, with the model inside the dinosaur egg installation.
Pose: The model should peek out to the right from inside the dinosaur egg.

China Geological Museum - Dinosaur Egg Exhibit

Photography tips: Stand 3-5 meters away from the model to capture a half-body shot.
Pose suggestion: Model faces the photographer with the left hand pointing at the shark.

China Geological Museum - Giant Shark Head Exhibit

Photography tips: The photographer should stand 5 meters in front of the model, with the model centered. 
Pose: The model should stand with both arms outstretched, facing the photographer.

China Geological Museum - Dinosaur Sculpture

Photography tips: The photographer should stand 5 meters away from the model, with the model positioned in the center.  
Pose: The model should stand with their body turned slightly to the side.

China Geological Museum - Stalactites

Photography Tips:
The photographer should stand 3 meters in front of the model, with the model centered.
Posing: The model should stand slightly turned to the side and look back at the photographer.

China Geological Museum - Dinosaur Wall