Shooting Tips: Position the model in front of the red wall, with the photographer standing two arm lengths away, using a 2x/medium telephoto lens.

Shooting Time: 15:00-17:00, when the outdoor light is better.

Shooting Equipment: Fuji XE4 + 18-50mm f2.8.

Outfit Suggestions: The Forbidden City’s overall red walls and gray tiles create a solemn atmosphere, making it perfect for Hanfu and modern Chinese style clothing. Simple, everyday outfits also work well.

Posing Suggestions: If unsure about poses, the model can look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

The Forbidden City - Qianqing Gate Murals and Carvings

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No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, within the Forbidden City Museum

Photography Tips

Shooting Tips: Position the model in front of the red wall, with the photographer standing two arm lengths away, using a 2x/medium telephoto lens. Shooting Time: 15:00-17:00, when the outdoor light is better. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XE4 + 18-50mm f2.8. Outfit Suggestions: The Forbidden City’s overall red walls and gray tiles create a solemn atmosphere, making it perfect for Hanfu and modern Chinese style clothing. Simple, everyday outfits also work well. Posing Suggestions: If unsure about poses, the model can look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

Walking Guide

Enter the Meridian Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter the Meridian Gate.

Turn right after walking to the Qianqing Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right after walking to the Qianqing Gate.

Navigate directly to the Donghua Gate of the Forbidden City, then turn left and go straight. — step-by-step photo guide

Navigate directly to the Donghua Gate of the Forbidden City, then turn left and go straight.

Turn right at this intersection and enter. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right at this intersection and enter.

Head straight along the central axis. — step-by-step photo guide

Head straight along the central axis.

Arrive at the shooting location. — step-by-step photo guide

Arrive at the shooting location.