Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum - Red Wall
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Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum, No. 21 Dongjing Road, Tianqiao Sub-district, Xicheng District, Beijing.
Photography Tips
1. Positioning: The model stands in front of the red wall, with the photographer using a slightly lower angle for a straight shot directly at the model, ensuring the eaves and the red wall form horizontal lines to highlight the depth of the background. 2. Composition: Use the rule of thirds, placing the model slightly above the center, with the red wall and eaves forming a simple horizontal division. 3. Lens Focal Length: Use an 85mm medium telephoto lens or the 2x zoom on a phone to compress the background and emphasize the details of the person and clothing. 4. Framing: Keep the background intact, showing the full red wall and eave lines, avoiding any distracting elements to highlight the light and shadow and traditional ambiance. Shooting Time: After noon, when sunlight filters through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the red wall, creating an excellent light and shadow effect. At this time, the photo quality can be even more stunning than those taken at the Forbidden City.
Walking Guide
Take Metro Line 8 and get off at Tianqiao Station, Exit D. After exiting, head southeast along the street, passing by bustling street shops. Walk for about 800 meters, which takes around 13 minutes, and you will arrive at the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum.
Turn right and enter the security checkpoint.
Walk straight down the road to the end, then turn right.
Turn right and follow the main road for 30 meters.
To the left of the main gate is the security checkpoint. After entering the checkpoint, turn left.
