The model stands under the door, and the photographer is 2 meters away taking photos. Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55. Poses: The model spreads her arms and walks forward, snapshots; turns her head back to the camera while facing away, snapshots. Ticket price: Free, but you need to book in advance on the Beijing Central Axis Heritage Protection Center’s official account, tickets are released every day at 5:00 PM. Entry time: Book by time slot. If you arrive late, you can still enter, but you can only bring your phone and camera; other items must be stored at the security checkpoint at the North Gate. Additional tips: The South Gate is currently closed, so you can only enter from the North Gate. It's recommended to arrive early to avoid crowds and capture scenes without people.

Zhengyang Gate - Archway Passage

1. Positioning: The photographer stands inside the stone archway, shooting outward from a level angle. 2. Composition: Employ a frame-within-a-frame technique, using the stone archway as the foreground frame to highlight the Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower in the background. Additionally, utilize symmetrical composition, with both sides of the archway being basically symmetrical, to enhance the stability of the image. 3. Lens Usage: Use a wide-angle lens to capture a broad field of view, showcasing the spatial sense from the archway to the Arrow Tower. Equipment Settings: During the day, use a low ISO (100-400) and an aperture of f/8-f/11 to ensure depth of field; at night, use a higher ISO (800-1600) and an aperture of f/2.8-f/4, adjusting the shutter speed based on lighting conditions.

Zhengyang Gate - Arrow Tower

The model should stand beside the window without blocking it, allowing for a clear view of the bustling Qianmen Street outside. This area is backlit, so it's recommended to capture the model’s back and side profile. Photography Equipment: Fuji XH2s with an 18-55mm lens. Poses: 1. Face away from the camera with one hand on the window to highlight the model’s presence. 2. Lean against the window from the side to capture the facial profile. Admission: Free (0 RMB). You need to book in advance on the Beijing Central Axis Heritage Protection Center's WeChat official account, with slots released daily at 5:00 PM, 7 days in advance. Additional Tips: You can bring your phone and camera, but other items must be stored at the security checkpoint at the North Gate.

Zhengyang Gate - Central axis at the center of the fourth floor windows of the Arrow Tower