Photo by Badaling Great Wall - Taking a photo with the Great Wall railings

Badaling Great Wall - Taking a photo with the Great Wall railings

Using leading lines composition, the meandering Great Wall serves as the main line to guide the viewer’s eye, enhancing the sense of depth in the image. The rule of thirds is applied, with the sky occupying the upper two-thirds of the frame to highlight the vibrant sunset, and the ground elements (the Great Wall, mountains) occupying the lower one-third to balance the composition. A level shooting angle is used, capturing the full panorama of the Great Wall, layered mountains, and complete sunset, with trees in the foreground adding depth. A wide-angle lens is used for the shot.

Badaling Great Wall - Great Wall Sunset

The model is standing directly below the "Heroes' Slope" sign, positioned in the center of the frame. The composition highlights both the sign and the model, with the camera at eye level. The shot captures the entire sign and the stone wall in the background, with a bit of the ground included for completeness. The model stands naturally, with their right hand making a "V" sign to add energy to the photo.

The Badaling Great Wall - Take a photo with the "Hero Slope" sign and stone wall.

Using the rule of thirds composition, the subject is positioned on the left side of the frame, while the right side captures the winding Great Wall and distant mountains. The photographer uses a bird's-eye view, shooting from a slightly higher position, to include the foreground section of the Great Wall, the subject’s profile gazing into the distance, and the background mountains, showcasing a vast scene. The subject leans against the railing, looking into the distance, with natural movements that enhance the sense of interaction.

Badaling Great Wall - Take a photo with the continuous mountains of the Great Wall in the background.

The photographer uses an upward shooting angle with the model positioned at the center of the frame, arms naturally outstretched and head tilted back, creating a relaxed and expansive pose that enhances the interaction with the Great Wall. The composition is centered, with the watchtower in the background and the walls on both sides symmetrically arranged, guiding the viewer's focus to the subject. The shot includes the model, the stone pathway, and the complete watchtower, preserving the details of the Great Wall’s surroundings. A standard focal length is recommended to ensure both the subject and the background are clear and sharp.

Badaling Great Wall - Take a photo with the Great Wall ramparts and beacon towers.

Use an upward shooting angle and consider using a medium to telephoto lens. Place the watchtower in the center of the frame, with the staircase of the city wall extending diagonally upward to guide the viewer’s eye to the main subject. The composition should include the watchtower, the extending city wall, the surrounding mountain scenery, and a cloudy sky to highlight the grandeur and depth of the Great Wall.

Badaling Great Wall - Beacon Towers and Forest

The photographer uses an upward angle and recommends a telephoto lens to bring the subject closer. The composition follows a diagonal line, with the sloping wall extending from the lower left to the upper right corner of the frame. The watchtower is positioned at the left one-third of the image, while the right side is left blank with a clear blue sky to enhance the sense of balance. Travel Tips: The adult ticket price is 40 yuan during the peak season and 35 yuan during the off-season.

Badaling Great Wall - Beacon Towers and Wall

Photo by Badaling Great Wall - Take a photo with the Great Wall beacon towers.

Badaling Great Wall - Take a photo with the Great Wall beacon towers.

The photographer approaches the stone with the engraved inscription, using an upward angle to highlight the text and the rock's texture. Employing a centered composition, the inscription "He who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a true man" is placed at the center of the frame. The stone occupies most of the image, with a small portion of the blue sky in the upper right corner adding depth to the composition.

The Badaling Great Wall - The stone engraved with "He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true man."

Photo by Badaling Great Wall - Wall and distant Great Wall

Badaling Great Wall - Wall and distant Great Wall