Shoot directly from above the exhibit to fully capture the entirety of the bronze artifact. Use a centered composition to place the bronze artifact in the middle of the frame, highlighting the completeness of the main subject. The framing should include the entire artifact and the light-colored pedestal inside the display case, avoiding a cluttered background. Travel Tip: Admission is free.

National Museum of China - Exhibits of Bronze Ware from King Fu Chai of Wu

The composition uses a centered framing, placing the craft at the center of the image to highlight the blue and white patterns and the white frame details. The photographer shoots from a straight-on angle to ensure the subject is vertically stable. The framing includes the full view of the craft and the wooden background behind it, avoiding any extraneous elements. Travel Tips: Admission is 120 RMB.

National Museum of China - Blue and White Porcelain Pillar Exhibit

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National Museum of China - Eastern Han Dynasty Painted Stone Horseman

The vase is positioned at the center of the frame, using a central composition to highlight the main subject. The background features a curved brown wall, while the foreground includes a white display stand, creating a minimalist and unobtrusive setting that showcases the vase in its entirety and highlights the intricate carvings. Pay attention to adjusting the exposure to ensure the texture is clear. Travel Tips: 1. Admission: Free, advance reservation required. 2. Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays.

National Museum of China - Yellow Glass Vase

Take a low angle shot from the front of the building, looking up to emphasize the carved details at the top and the inscription “National Museum of China.” Use the rule of thirds, placing the main structure on the left one-third of the frame, and position a full moon in the upper right corner at the intersection of the thirds to balance the composition. Frame the shot to include parts of the building, roof decorations, and a complete full moon, with a dark night sky as the background. Admission: Free.

National Museum of China - Night View of the Architecture

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National Museum of China - Taking a photo with the Blue and White Porcelain Exhibit Wall

The photographer uses a top-down angle to place the glass art piece at the center of the frame, highlighting its neatly arranged grain pattern. The composition fully includes the artwork and its transparent base, with a light-colored wall in the background to keep it simple. A standard lens is recommended to clearly capture both the details and the overall shape. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free; ② Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays.

National Museum of China - Glazed Wheat Ear Installation

The photographer stands close to the head of the Guanyin Bodhisattva statue, taking a close-up shot with a telephoto lens at eye level. The composition focuses on a detailed close-up of the head, highlighting the weathered colors and signs of age, drawing the viewer’s attention to convey a sense of historical and artistic depth. Travel Tips: Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays. Additional Tips: Tickets for the National Museum are released 7 days in advance on the official mini program. Start queuing at 5:00 PM to secure a slot, preferably for a morning visit.

National Museum of China - Head of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva

Using the rule of thirds, position the person at the left one-third of the frame, with a straight-on shooting angle. The background should include blue-and-white porcelain vases displayed in multiple layers of cabinets. The model should face the cabinets naturally, enhancing the sense of cultural interaction. Travel Tip: Open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

National Museum of China - Taking a photo with the blue and white porcelain vase in the display case.

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National Museum of China - Bronze Silver-Inlaid Reclining Ox Paperweight