Shooting Tips: Have the model stand beside the Thousand-Handed Guanyin, facing the Buddha. The photographer should position themselves 1 meter in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame.

Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation via the National Museum’s mini program.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and artsy / Neo-Chinese style.

Shooting Time: Around 12:00 PM.

Shooting Equipment: iPhone 16 Pro.

National Museum of China - Thousand-Hand Guanyin

Photography Tips: Have the model stand next to the Buddha's head and look towards it. The photographer should stand 1 meter in front of the model, framing her on the left side of the image using the rule of thirds.

Ticket Reservation: Free reservation in advance via the National Museum's mini program.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and artistic / Neo-Chinese style.

Shooting Time: Around 12:00.

Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Buddha Head Sculpture

The model stands in front of the painting, and the photographer shoots slightly from a lower angle, adjusting the angle to include the corner of the right wall. It is recommended to use a 50mm lens on a camera or the 2x zoom on a smartphone to highlight the contrast between the model and the background.

1. Photography Poses:
① Walking towards the artwork for a candid shot;
② Standing and looking up at the artwork;
③ Turning to look at the camera.

2. Travel Tips:
① Admission: Free, full price VR experience ticket is 30 RMB per person, discounted ticket is 20 RMB per person;
② Opening Hours: November 8, 2024 — End of March 2025.

3. Dressing Suggestions: Coordinate with the theme. As this exhibition features works by Italian artists, consider incorporating Italian influences in your outfit and accessories.

4. Additional Tips: Use the 2x zoom lens to slightly include the corner with the side wall. For dynamic shots, capture movement, and for static shots, position the full body of the model in the lower right of the frame.

National Museum of China - South Hall 3 pays tribute to Caravaggio

Shooting Tips: The model should stand in front of the founding ceremony, and the photographer should shoot from a 45-degree angle to the side of the model to add more depth to the photo. Ensure there is enough distance to capture the full view of the founding ceremony.
Ticket Reservation: Free advanced reservation is required through the National Museum’s mini program.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.
Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and literary / Neo-Chinese style.
Shooting Time: Around 12:00.
Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Founding Ceremony Painting

**Shooting Tips:** The model stands in front of the coin wall, and the photographer stands 1 meter directly in front of the model, using a centered composition to place the model at the center of the frame.

**Ticket Reservation:** Free advance reservation via the National Museum's mini program.

**Opening Hours:** Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

**Outfit Suggestions:** Minimalist and artistic / New Chinese Style.

**Shooting Time:** Around 12:00.

**Shooting Equipment:** Fujifilm XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

China National Museum - Copper Coin Wall

Photography Tips: For the shot that requires queuing, it took about 25 minutes to wait during non-holiday hours. The model stood on one side of the phoenix crown, and the photographer positioned themselves 1 meter in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame.

Ticket Reservation: Free reservation in advance through the National Museum mini-program.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and artistic / Neo-Chinese.

Shooting Time: Around 12:00.

Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Phoenix Crown

The photographer stands directly in front of the flower basket, shooting slightly from below to emphasize its three-dimensional quality and height. Using a centered composition, the main subject, the Dehua white porcelain flower basket, is placed in the center of the frame to highlight its intricate details and overall silhouette.

Travel Tips: Free admission, but advance reservation is required. Opening hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:00 PM. Closed on Mondays.

National Museum of China - Dehua White Porcelain Flower

Using a centered composition, place the graceful white porcelain sculpture in the middle of the frame to highlight its overall shape and flowing motion. Shoot from a straight-on angle to fully display the sculpture from the base to the figure. Keep the background simple with just a plain wall to avoid distracting from the main subject.
Equipment settings: Canon RP + 24-105mm.

National Museum of China - Chang'e White Porcelain Sculpture Exhibition

Use a straight-on angle to face the exhibit, ensuring the full front of the porcelain plate is shown. Center the composition by placing the round porcelain plate in the middle of the frame, highlighting its symmetrical beauty and intricate patterns. The shot should include the entire porcelain plate, the wooden base, and the tassels, with a dark wall in the background to avoid distractions.

Equipment settings: Canon RP + 24-105mm.

National Museum of China - Circular Porcelain Plate Exhibit

Use a straight-on shooting angle with the sculpture centered in the frame to highlight the main details. The composition should include the full sculpture, its base, and the text “Promising Future,” with a simple blue wall as the background.
Equipment settings: Canon RP + 24-105mm lens.

National Museum of China - A Promising Future Dehua White Porcelain