The photographer is positioned directly in front of the orange train, using a level shooting angle. The composition centers the train head to highlight the main subject. The frame should include the metal roof structure of the exhibition hall, with a red tool cart and display boards in the foreground on the left, and part of a blue carriage on the right to enhance the depth of the scene. Travel Tips: The place is open Tuesday to Sunday (9:00 AM - 4:30 PM), closed on Mondays (except for national holidays).

China Railway Museum - Orange Locomotive and Blue Carriages

The photographer used an upward shooting angle and centered composition, placing the "China Railway Museum" stone tablet at the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. The composition includes green trees on the left, part of the buildings on the right, and the sky, with the stone pavement on the ground added to enhance the sense of the environment.

China Railway Museum East Suburb Hall - Entrance Sign Stone Stele and Greenery

Photo by China Railway Museum - Era Station Archway and Colorful Trains

China Railway Museum - Era Station Archway and Colorful Trains

The photographer stands directly in front of the side of the carriage, using a level shooting angle to ensure the side of the carriage is horizontal and not tilted. Employ a centered composition, placing the main body of the carriage in the center of the frame, with the colored stripes and the text "Health Express – Hong Kong Brightness" centered and aligned. The shot should include the full side view of the carriage, from the front to the rear, while also retaining some of the overhead structure in the background and including the ground barriers in the foreground.

China Railway Museum Dongjiao Exhibition Hall - Painted Train Carriages

Use an eye-level angle with the subject and a vintage train as the main focus, creating an interactive feel between the person and the train. Employ a standard lens to clearly capture the subject’s outfit, posture, and the colors and text details of the train. The retro tones of the train contrast with the subject’s black attire, creating a nostalgic atmosphere and emphasizing the uniqueness and story of the scene. Recommended shooting time: A sunny day.

China Railway Museum - in front of the Green Train

Photo by China Railway Museum (Dongjiao Exhibition Hall) - Pond in front of the exhibition hall

China Railway Museum (Dongjiao Exhibition Hall) - Pond in front of the exhibition hall

The figure is positioned slightly to the right of the bottom of the frame, forming a spatial relationship with the background elements such as the "Era Station" sign and the train. The scene is built using the platform to create interaction between the figure and the environment, placing the station sign in the upper third of the frame and the figure near the bottom third. The train is arranged along horizontal lines to stabilize the composition. Travel Guide: 1. Ticket Price: 20 RMB per adult. 2. Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00-16:30 (last entry at 16:00), weekends and holidays 9:00-18:30 (last entry at 18:00). Closed on Mondays (except for national holidays).

China Railway Museum - Take a photo with the vintage railway station sign trains.

Use a level angle and center composition to place the front of the red steam locomotive at the center of the frame, highlighting the circular emblem and FD1979 number on the front. Include the museum's steel truss roof in the background to add depth to the scene, fully showcasing the details of the locomotive's front and the surrounding atmosphere. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: Adults 20 RMB, college students, teachers, and veterans with valid ID 10 RMB, free for minors under 18, people with disabilities, active-duty military personnel, railway employees, and seniors aged 60 and above with valid ID. ② Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

China Railway Museum - Red Steam Locomotive

Using leading lines composition, the railway tracks extend from the foreground to the background, guiding the viewer's gaze to the parallel trains. Shot from a straight-on angle, the frame includes a blue factory building in the background, multiple railway tracks, and trains of different colors. The foreground features grass to add depth, showcasing an expansive scene with a lineup of trains.

Beijing China Railway Museum Dongjiao Exhibition Hall - Various Types of Trains

The model stands at the center of the red window in the waiting room, and the photographer stands 2 meters directly in front of the model. Using the symmetry of the red window, a centered composition can place the model at the center of the frame. Ticket Price: ¥20/person. Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-16:30, last entry at 16:00. Pose Reference: Tilt your head to one side, look down slightly, and let your hair fall naturally. Outfit Suggestions: Retro/solid color/workwear, with small props like a newspaper, suitcase, or hat. Best Shooting Time: Around 14:30. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens.

China Railway Museum - Waiting Room with Red Windows