Photography Tips:
- The photographer should stand about 1.5 meters away from the model and use the rule of thirds for a level shot. Include lotus leaves, lotus flowers, the lake surface, and the pavilion in the background in the frame. Leave some sky at the top of the image.
- Pose: The model should stand on a rock (be cautious as it can be dangerous) and hold onto the nearby street lamp pole for balance. Keep the other arm relaxed by your side, tilt your head slightly, and smile while relaxing your shoulders.
- Location: Taoranting Park, Beijing.

Visit Guide:
- Opening Hours: 06:00-22:00, last entry at 21:00.
- Admission: 2 yuan for adults, 1 yuan for students. Free entry with an annual park pass, for minors, and for those 60 years and older.
- Mosquito and Sun Protection: There are many mosquitoes near the water! Carry a spray, and avoid the midday sun due to intense exposure.
- Dress Code: Recommend new Chinese style or Hanfu with a fan! Light-colored dresses also look great in photos.
- Best Time to Shoot: Around 19:30.
- Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Taoranting Park - Morning and Evening Moments with Lotus and Lake

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No. 19 Taiping Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, Taoranting Park

Photography Tips

Photography Tips: - The photographer should stand about 1.5 meters away from the model and use the rule of thirds for a level shot. Include lotus leaves, lotus flowers, the lake surface, and the pavilion in the background in the frame. Leave some sky at the top of the image. - Pose: The model should stand on a rock (be cautious as it can be dangerous) and hold onto the nearby street lamp pole for balance. Keep the other arm relaxed by your side, tilt your head slightly, and smile while relaxing your shoulders. - Location: Taoranting Park, Beijing. Visit Guide: - Opening Hours: 06:00-22:00, last entry at 21:00. - Admission: 2 yuan for adults, 1 yuan for students. Free entry with an annual park pass, for minors, and for those 60 years and older. - Mosquito and Sun Protection: There are many mosquitoes near the water! Carry a spray, and avoid the midday sun due to intense exposure. - Dress Code: Recommend new Chinese style or Hanfu with a fan! Light-colored dresses also look great in photos. - Best Time to Shoot: Around 19:30. - Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Walking Guide

Turn right at the restroom sign and walk straight for about 3 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right at the restroom sign and walk straight for about 3 meters.

The best spot for taking photos is on the stone by the streetlight on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

The best spot for taking photos is on the stone by the streetlight on your left.

Turn left at the trash can and walk straight along the corridor for about 5 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at the trash can and walk straight along the corridor for about 5 meters.

After exiting the corridor, turn right and walk downhill for about 10 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

After exiting the corridor, turn right and walk downhill for about 10 meters.

Walk down the hill about 3 meters from the circular square. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk down the hill about 3 meters from the circular square.

Turn right and enter through the West Gate of the park. After getting your ticket checked, walk straight for about 5 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right and enter through the West Gate of the park. After getting your ticket checked, walk straight for about 5 meters.

Turn left at the fork and go straight for about 10 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at the fork and go straight for about 10 meters.

After entering, follow the instructions on your right and continue straight for 40 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering, follow the instructions on your right and continue straight for 40 meters.

Enter from the western gate sign of Taoranting Park. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter from the western gate sign of Taoranting Park.