Photo by The Palace Museum - Ginkgo trees and grey-walled architecture in the same frame.

The Palace Museum - Ginkgo trees and grey-walled architecture in the same frame.

Use a straight-on shooting angle, standing directly in front of the exhibit with the lens at the same height as the exhibit. Employ a symmetrical composition, placing the main subject, the wooden antique shelf, in the center of the frame to fully display its upper and lower tiers and the symmetrical decorations on both sides. Capture the full view of the exhibit, and keep the red wall in the background to highlight the subject. Travel Tip: Admission is $60.

The Palace Museum - Wooden Carving Antique Display

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, utilize the city gate arch as the foreground frame to enclose the distant square, palace, and blue sky with white clouds, enhancing the depth and layering of the image. The photographer should stand inside the gate arch and use an upward angle to highlight the grandeur of the architecture and the vastness of the sky. The scope of the shot should include the details of the gate arch, the square floor, and the full view of the distant palace. A wide-angle lens is recommended for this shoot. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Palace Museum - Framing the square and palace architecture through the doorway

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands close to the red wall and ancient architecture, with a height roughly level with the eaves of the ancient building, slightly looking up at the ginkgo tree, using an upward angle. 2. Framing Composition: Utilizes color contrast and frame-within-a-frame composition. 3. Lens Recommendation: Use a standard lens to accurately reproduce the proportional relationships of objects in the scene. Travel Tips: Admission is 40 yuan (advanced reservation required), Opening hours: 8:30-16:30 (closed on Mondays).

The Palace Museum - Eighteen Locust Trees

The model is positioned on the right side of the frame, with the photographer shooting at eye level. The composition uses the rule of thirds, with the left side highlighting the detailed yellow carved brickwork and the right side showing the model standing naturally with a straw hat and a relaxed smile. The scene includes the brick carvings, red walls, and part of the roof, with a clean and uncluttered background. Travel Tips: ① Admission: 40 CNY per person; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Palace Museum in Beijing - Take a photo with the yellow tiles and white railings.

The throne is situated at the center of the frame, flanked by bronze beasts and screens arranged symmetrically. Above, the plaque “Harmonious Journey” is prominently displayed, emphasizing a sense of solemnity. The photographer stands in front of the throne, capturing the carved ceiling, the background screen, and the red carpet in the foreground, showcasing the layered space and complete interior layout with its symmetrical arrangement. Travel Tips: 1. Admission Fee: 60 RMB, free for minors (reservation required). 2. Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - The Harmony and Auspiciousness Plaque and the Throne Screen

The photographer stands in front of Huangji Hall, using an upward angle to highlight the partial details of the roof. A centered composition is employed, placing the "Huangji Hall" plaque and the central axis of the roof in the middle of the frame, with symmetrical roof ridges and tiles on either side to enhance the solemnity. The shot includes the roof tiles, roof beasts, and a blue sky background, avoiding any extraneous elements to ensure the clarity of the roof texture and plaque details. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 60 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Palace Museum in Beijing - The Plaque of the Hall of Supreme Harmony and Architectural Details

Use a low-angle shot, shooting upwards. Place the model at the bottom center of the frame, facing away from the camera with her arms naturally outstretched, holding a red candied fruit skewer that contrasts with the snowy scenery. The composition should create depth with the model in the foreground and the Forbidden City palace in the background, capturing both the full palace view and the snowy foreground. This setup highlights the scene's depth and atmosphere.

The Palace Museum - The Forbidden City's Palace Square in a Snowy Landscape

Shoot at eye level to ensure a natural and steady画面. Incorporate the golden glazed tile roof and blue sky with white clouds in the background appropriately. Note: I corrected "画面" to "frame" to make the sentence more coherent in English. Shoot at eye level to ensure a natural and steady frame. Incorporate the golden glazed tile roof and blue sky with white clouds in the background appropriately.

The Palace Museum - The Han白玉 Railing of the Baohe Hall.

The photographer stands in front of the red wall and captures the scene from a regular angle. The red of the wall, the yellow of the glazed tiles, and the golden leaves create a vivid and harmonious color combination, suggesting the use of a standard lens. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Prices: Peak season adult ticket $60 per person, off-season adult ticket $40 per person; Special attractions: Treasure Gallery $10 per person, Clock and Watch Gallery $10 per person. ② Opening Hours: Closed on Mondays throughout the year, except for legal holidays. 2. Additional Tips: ① The Forbidden City does not have a parking lot, and the nearby public parking lots are quite far, so driving is not recommended. ② It is suggested to visit multiple times for a more in-depth experience.

The Palace Museum - Red walls and ginkgo trees in the same frame.