The model leans against the railing, and the photographer stands back one or two arm's lengths, using a 2x/medium-telephoto lens. Equipment settings: Fujifilm X4, lens 18-50mm, aperture f2.8. Pose: It's fine whether looking at the camera or not; turning sideways to the camera adds more cinematic feel. Shooting time: Around 3 PM, with great lighting. Outfit suggestion: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

The Forbidden City - Balustrade of the Baohe Hall

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

Photography Tips

The model leans against the railing, and the photographer stands back one or two arm's lengths, using a 2x/medium-telephoto lens. Equipment settings: Fujifilm X4, lens 18-50mm, aperture f2.8. Pose: It's fine whether looking at the camera or not; turning sideways to the camera adds more cinematic feel. Shooting time: Around 3 PM, with great lighting. Outfit suggestion: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

Walking Guide

Walk straight along the central axis, pass through the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and continue straight ahead. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight along the central axis, pass through the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and continue straight ahead.

Take the subway to Exit B at Tiananmen East Station. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the subway to Exit B at Tiananmen East Station.

You can then reach Baohe Palace. — step-by-step photo guide

You can then reach Baohe Palace.

You need to make a reservation in advance to cross Tiananmen Square. — step-by-step photo guide

You need to make a reservation in advance to cross Tiananmen Square.

Pass through the End Gate and the Meridian Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Pass through the End Gate and the Meridian Gate.