1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands at a considerable distance in front of the building and shoots at eye level. 2. Composition Techniques: ① Use the center composition, placing the building in the center of the frame. ② Apply the rule of thirds, positioning the building in the lower two-thirds of the frame, with the sky occupying the upper one-third. 3. Lens Usage: Use a medium to long focal length lens to highlight the main building and showcase its details. 1. Outfit Suggestions: A new Chinese-style mandarin-collar shirt paired with wide-legged pants, a vintage newsboy cap with small leather shoes. For a more edgy look, go for a cropped T-shirt with cargo pants and chunky sneakers. 2. Props: Beijing Ocean Soda, candied fruit skewers, folding fans, and a 5-yuan vibe. 3. Additional Tips: Between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, the first tram of the day departs. To photograph the tram, check the schedule in advance as it departs on the hour every hour.

Zhengyangmen Arrow Tower - photograph the arrow tower from across the street

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No. 2 Qianmen Street, Qianmen Commercial District, Plot A2, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands at a considerable distance in front of the building and shoots at eye level. 2. Composition Techniques: ① Use the center composition, placing the building in the center of the frame. ② Apply the rule of thirds, positioning the building in the lower two-thirds of the frame, with the sky occupying the upper one-third. 3. Lens Usage: Use a medium to long focal length lens to highlight the main building and showcase its details. 1. Outfit Suggestions: A new Chinese-style mandarin-collar shirt paired with wide-legged pants, a vintage newsboy cap with small leather shoes. For a more edgy look, go for a cropped T-shirt with cargo pants and chunky sneakers. 2. Props: Beijing Ocean Soda, candied fruit skewers, folding fans, and a 5-yuan vibe. 3. Additional Tips: Between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, the first tram of the day departs. To photograph the tram, check the schedule in advance as it departs on the hour every hour.

Walking Guide

Navigate to No. 2 Qianmen Street, Dongcheng District.