1. Positioning: The model sits on a stone platform beside the red pillar, while the photographer slightly crouches to shoot at a slightly lower angle. Use the contrast of light and shadow to enhance the depth of the image. 2. Composition: Use the rule of thirds, placing the model on the right side of the frame, with the red pillar and the transition of light and shadow on the left to add balance and interest to the image. 3. Lens Focal Length: Recommend using an 85mm lens or the 2x zoom on a phone to highlight the details of the subject while maintaining the ambient lighting of the background. Travel Tips: Book your visit 7 days in advance. The site is usually only open on weekends, but is open daily during winter and summer breaks. It is recommended to grab tickets at 8:00 AM.

Peking University - next to the pillars of the Red Building

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No. 5 Summer Palace Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Photography Tips

1. Positioning: The model sits on a stone platform beside the red pillar, while the photographer slightly crouches to shoot at a slightly lower angle. Use the contrast of light and shadow to enhance the depth of the image. 2. Composition: Use the rule of thirds, placing the model on the right side of the frame, with the red pillar and the transition of light and shadow on the left to add balance and interest to the image. 3. Lens Focal Length: Recommend using an 85mm lens or the 2x zoom on a phone to highlight the details of the subject while maintaining the ambient lighting of the background. Travel Tips: Book your visit 7 days in advance. The site is usually only open on weekends, but is open daily during winter and summer breaks. It is recommended to grab tickets at 8:00 AM.

Walking Guide

Take the Line 4 Daxing extension of the subway and get off at Peking University East Gate Station. Exit from Gate A to reach the east gate of Peking University. The reservation entrance is through the side door of the east gate. Peking University is relatively small, so it takes about 2 hours to tour on foot.