The model stands in front of the door on the right, and the photographer stands one to two arms' length behind. Try using a 2x/medium telephoto lens.
1. Equipment info: Fujifilm XE4, lens 18-50mm f/2.8.
2. Posing tips: Side-on to the camera for a more cinematic feel.
3. Timing advice: Aim to shoot around 3:00 PM for great light.
4. Outfit suggestions: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

The Forbidden City - Middle Right Gate

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

Photography Tips

The model stands in front of the door on the right, and the photographer stands one to two arms' length behind. Try using a 2x/medium telephoto lens. 1. Equipment info: Fujifilm XE4, lens 18-50mm f/2.8. 2. Posing tips: Side-on to the camera for a more cinematic feel. 3. Timing advice: Aim to shoot around 3:00 PM for great light. 4. Outfit suggestions: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

Walking Guide

Located at No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing. It is recommended to drive or take the subway. Take the subway to Tiananmen East, and exit from B. — step-by-step photo guide

Located at No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing. It is recommended to drive or take the subway. Take the subway to Tiananmen East, and exit from B.

Walk straight through Tiananmen Square (advance reservation required) and enter through the main gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight through Tiananmen Square (advance reservation required) and enter through the main gate.

Turn left at the Hall of Supreme Harmony to reach this filming spot. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at the Hall of Supreme Harmony to reach this filming spot.

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

Walk through the End Gate and the Meridian Gate.

Follow the central axis straight ahead, and you will reach the Hall of Supreme Harmony. — step-by-step photo guide

Follow the central axis straight ahead, and you will reach the Hall of Supreme Harmony.