The model stands to one side of the hanging painting, while the photographer stands directly opposite, using the symmetry of the painting. Utilize the rule of thirds for composition, and shoot full-body by placing the camera below chest level and tilting the lens slightly upward to elongate the model’s legs.

Admission: Free, but requires reservation 1 day in advance via the WeChat official account.

Pose Reference: Facing away from the photographer, with a side profile.

Outfit Suggestions: Qipao / solid-colored dress.

Shooting Time: Around 14:00.

Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens.

China National Arts and Crafts Museum - Orange Wall Ancient Hangings

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No. 16, Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The model stands to one side of the hanging painting, while the photographer stands directly opposite, using the symmetry of the painting. Utilize the rule of thirds for composition, and shoot full-body by placing the camera below chest level and tilting the lens slightly upward to elongate the model’s legs. Admission: Free, but requires reservation 1 day in advance via the WeChat official account. Pose Reference: Facing away from the photographer, with a side profile. Outfit Suggestions: Qipao / solid-colored dress. Shooting Time: Around 14:00. Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + XF23mm F1.4 lens.

Walking Guide

Enter Gallery 12. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter Gallery 12.

Turn left after the black iron door on the ground floor and take the elevator to the 6th floor. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left after the black iron door on the ground floor and take the elevator to the 6th floor.

Enter through the main door of the China Arts and Crafts Museum and go through the security check. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the main door of the China Arts and Crafts Museum and go through the security check.

Turn left after passing the security check. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left after passing the security check.

Enter from the museum building. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter from the museum building.

At the shooting location, the orange walls are symmetrically adorned with hanging paintings. — step-by-step photo guide

At the shooting location, the orange walls are symmetrically adorned with hanging paintings.