The photographer stands directly in front of the Buddha statue, shooting at eye level to allow the viewer to intuitively perceive the expression of the Buddha. A central composition technique is used, placing the painted wooden statue of the head of the Guanyin Bodhisattva at the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. The surrounding display cases and visitors serve as the background, providing a complementary setting. It is recommended to use a 23mm focal length. 1. Equipment settings: F1.8, 1/100s, ISO1000. 2. Travel tips: - Admission: Free, but you need to book a visit to the National Museum in advance. Remember to bring your ID and enter the museum at the scheduled time. - Opening hours: 9 AM - 5 PM, closed on Mondays.

National Museum - Painted Wood Carving of the Head of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva

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16 East Chang'an Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the National Museum of China, east of Tiananmen Square.

Photography Tips

The photographer stands directly in front of the Buddha statue, shooting at eye level to allow the viewer to intuitively perceive the expression of the Buddha. A central composition technique is used, placing the painted wooden statue of the head of the Guanyin Bodhisattva at the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. The surrounding display cases and visitors serve as the background, providing a complementary setting. It is recommended to use a 23mm focal length. 1. Equipment settings: F1.8, 1/100s, ISO1000. 2. Travel tips: - Admission: Free, but you need to book a visit to the National Museum in advance. Remember to bring your ID and enter the museum at the scheduled time. - Opening hours: 9 AM - 5 PM, closed on Mondays.

Walking Guide

Take Line 1 or Batong Line of the subway, get off at Tiananmen East Station, and exit from the Southwest Exit (D). Walk 214 meters to reach the North Entrance 1 of the National Museum. Enter the museum and head to the 13th exhibition hall on the 4th floor of the south area to see the must-visit spot.