Shooting Tips: Have the model stand in front of the painting, tilting their head slightly upward to view it. The photographer should stand 1 meter directly in front of the model, using a centered composition to place the model in the center of the frame. Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation on the National Museum’s mini-program. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00. Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist/Artistic or Neo-Chinese style. Shooting Time: Around 12:00 PM. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Imperial Examination-themed Hanging Scroll

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No. 16 Dong Chang'an, Dongcheng District, Beijing, East Side of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

Shooting Tips: Have the model stand in front of the painting, tilting their head slightly upward to view it. The photographer should stand 1 meter directly in front of the model, using a centered composition to place the model in the center of the frame. Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation on the National Museum’s mini-program. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00. Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist/Artistic or Neo-Chinese style. Shooting Time: Around 12:00 PM. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Walking Guide

Security check to enter the National Museum of China. — step-by-step photo guide

Security check to enter the National Museum of China.

Go straight for 80 meters on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 80 meters on your left.

Turn left and enter the exhibition hall. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left and enter the exhibition hall.

Go up the stairs straight ahead. — step-by-step photo guide

Go up the stairs straight ahead.

To the left, stand beside the Oriental Exhibition Hall to reach the shooting position. — step-by-step photo guide

To the left, stand beside the Oriental Exhibition Hall to reach the shooting position.