Photo by The Forbidden City - Red walls, archways, and copper vats against the sky.

The Forbidden City - Red walls, archways, and copper vats against the sky.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the red walls and ginkgo trees.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the red walls and ginkgo trees.

Show the intricate carvings on the top of the octagonal box and the gemstone details on the sides. Place the box in the center of the frame to highlight its symmetry and elaborate designs. Include only the white display surface and gray background to ensure a clean composition. Avoid distortion, and adjust the exposure to ensure the gemstone colors and gold texture are clear.

The Palace Museum - Gold Inlaid Gemstone Octagonal Box Exhibit

1. Positioning: The photographer should stand at the center of the steps below, with the model positioned at the lower one-third of the frame. 2. Composition: Use a symmetrical composition, with the railings on both sides of the steps and the Hall of Central Harmony creating a sense of depth and leading lines, focusing the viewer's attention on the main architecture. 3. Lens Recommendation: Use a 24-35mm wide-angle lens or the 1x setting on a smartphone to ensure the entire scene is captured while retaining architectural details. Equipment Settings: A 24-70mm f2.8 lens is recommended. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Prices: Tickets must be booked online 7 days in advance. Off-peak season: 40 RMB per ticket, peak season: 60 RMB per ticket. Other Tips: ① Start shooting before 9:30 AM to get the best light angles.

The Western Steps of the Zhonghe Hall at the Forbidden City in Beijing.

The model leans against the stone railing of the bridge, resting her chin on her hand with a natural and graceful side profile. The photographer uses a level shooting angle, placing the subject slightly to the right of the center of the frame. The background includes the water and ancient buildings on the opposite bank, while the foreground retains the stone railing to enhance depth.

The Palace Museum - Stone Bridges by the Water and Buildings on the Opposite Shore

Suggest photographers use a medium telephoto lens for shooting, maintaining a level line of sight with the scroll to avoid tilting the image. Use a centered composition to place the throne and the central figure in the middle of the frame, highlighting the core scene. Symmetrically arrange the figures and scenery on both sides to enhance balance. Ensure that the palace, the procession of figures, and the trees and rocks on both sides are fully captured to represent the complete court scene. Pay attention to capturing the details of costumes and decorations clearly. Adjust the exposure to maintain vivid colors. Additional tips: Avoid peak times and visit during off-peak hours to dodge crowds.

The Palace Museum in Beijing - Capturing grand historical and courtly scenes in a painting scroll.

The photographer stands below the building, using a diagonal composition to capture the roof and eaves extending from the lower left to the upper right, highlighting the details of the ridge beasts and tiles. The frame includes the red roof, the ridge beasts on the eaves, and part of the blue sky and white clouds, enhancing the architectural layers and the contrast of colors in the sky.

The Palace Museum - Red-walled architecture, rooftops, and eaves

The surrounding trees and ancient buildings are evenly distributed on both sides of the composition, creating a balanced frame. A level shooting angle is used, capturing the foreground water barrel, mid-ground trees, and the red walls and yellow-tiled roofs in the background. The stone pavement on the ground adds depth to the scene, allowing the photo to incorporate more environmental elements and showcase the rustic atmosphere of the courtyard. Travel Guide: ① Ticket Prices: 60 RMB during peak season, 40 RMB during off-season. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM); from November 1 to March 31, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Courtyard Water Tanks, Pine Trees, and Ancient Architecture

The model stands beside the stone bridge railing on the left side of the frame, balancing the figure with the background. The composition includes the foreground stone bridge railing, the mid-ground figure, and the background of red-walled palaces and greenery, enhancing the depth of the scene. The model is posed with her side against the railing, one leg slightly raised, and her head tilted to look toward the palace, creating a natural and ancient charm. Travel Tip: The ticket price is 60 RMB.

Take a photo with the stone railing, rockery, red walls, and yellow-roofed buildings at the Forbidden City.

The model is lying on a stone railing, resting her chin in her hands, with a naturally relaxed and lazy posture that adds a touch of classical gentleness. The composition is centered, with the subject positioned in the middle of the frame to highlight the main focus. The photographer shoots from a high angle, incorporating the red walls and doors in the background and retaining the stone railing in the foreground, enhancing the environmental layers and depth of the scene.

The Palace Museum - Stone Balustrades, Red Walls, and Gates