Photo by Zhengyang Gate Arrow Tower - Copper胎 Filigree Enamel Vase Exhibition

Zhengyang Gate Arrow Tower - Copper胎 Filigree Enamel Vase Exhibition

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands at a slight angle to the side and front of the stone lion, shooting upwards. 2. Composition Technique: Contrast composition is used, where the warm tones of the stone lion contrast sharply with the cool, dark tones of the background wall, highlighting the subject. The three-dimensional shape of the stone lion contrasts with the flat background wall, adding depth to the image. 3. Lens Usage: A medium focal length lens is used to clearly capture the intricate carvings of the stone lion and the texture of the background wall.

Beijing Zhengyang Gate - Stone Lions

Photo by Zhengyang Gate - Da Bei Photo Studio

Zhengyang Gate - Da Bei Photo Studio

The photographer stands close to the red wall, shooting at an almost eye-level angle with a medium focal length lens. Using a vertical line composition, the black pillars in the frame are vertically distributed, enhancing the stability and depth of the image.

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Heritage Value Red Wall

The photographer, positioned indoors near the window, uses a standard lens at eye level to capture the Zhengyang Gate Arrow Tower outside, employing a frame-within-a-frame composition. The window lattice serves as the foreground frame, dividing the scene and drawing focus to the distant arrow tower. Currently, the site is open for free trial visits.

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - By the Window

Using symmetrical composition, the screen and chair set are placed centrally in the frame, with a balanced symmetry on both sides. The photographer shoots from a straight-on angle, standing directly in front and level with the subject, capturing the full view of the screen, red carpet, and the red top beam while retaining the environmental details. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Free reservation required seven days in advance, tickets released daily at 17:00; ② Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Ancient-style screens and seating inside the Arrow Tower

Photo by Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Yellow Enamel Celestial Globe Vase Exhibit

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Yellow Enamel Celestial Globe Vase Exhibit

Photo by Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Stone Lion Sculpture Stone Wall

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Stone Lion Sculpture Stone Wall

Using a centered composition, place the golden porcelain exhibit in the center of the frame to highlight its symmetrical shape and decorative details. The photographer stands directly in front of the display case, shooting at eye level to ensure the exhibit is perpendicular and properly aligned. The framing includes the full view of the exhibit, the red velvet base, and the glass display case background to enhance the display atmosphere.

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - Taking photos of the cloisonné four-sided square zun exhibit

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands below on one side of Zhengyang Gate and shoots looking up. 2. Composition Technique: Contrast composition is used, where the complex colors and textures of the ancient building’s eaves contrast with the simple blue sky, highlighting the architectural details. 3. Lens Usage: A medium to long telephoto lens is used to clearly capture the intricate decorations of the eaves. Photography Tip: For photography enthusiasts, the view from the seventh archery window offers an incredible panorama of the central axis district, making it easy to capture stunning photos.

Zhengyang Gate - Eaves