Shooting Tips: The model should stand at a slight angle in front of the Water-Moon Guanyin statue, with the photographer positioned 2 to 3 meters in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame.

Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation via the National Museum’s mini program.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist/Neo-Chinese style.

Shooting Time: Around 12:00.

Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Water Moon Avalokiteshvara Statue

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No. 16 East Chang'an, Dongcheng District, Beijing, East side of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

Shooting Tips: The model should stand at a slight angle in front of the Water-Moon Guanyin statue, with the photographer positioned 2 to 3 meters in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame. Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation via the National Museum’s mini program. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00. Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist/Neo-Chinese style. Shooting Time: Around 12:00. Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Walking Guide

Go straight for 80 meters on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 80 meters on your left.

Security check to enter the National Museum of China. — step-by-step photo guide

Security check to enter the National Museum of China.

Take the escalator to the 4th floor. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the escalator to the 4th floor.

Enter the Ancient Chinese Buddhist Sculpture Gallery. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter the Ancient Chinese Buddhist Sculpture Gallery.

Turn left into the exhibition hall. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left into the exhibition hall.

Go up the stairs straight ahead. — step-by-step photo guide

Go up the stairs straight ahead.

Upon entering, head to the shooting spot in front of the Water Moon Guanyin on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Upon entering, head to the shooting spot in front of the Water Moon Guanyin on your left.

Stand tall and head straight towards the east. — step-by-step photo guide

Stand tall and head straight towards the east.