The Long View: Aligning Belvedere’s Axis

The line that binds the ensemble is the photo everyone wants.

Alignment Tips

• Center lines, balanced flanks, patient timing.

Gear & Setup

• 35–50mm for natural perspective; avoid extreme wide angles.
• Level horizon with path edges or pond borders.
• Wait for fewer people to keep clarity on symmetry.

Bottom Line

Symmetry is generous—stand steady and let it work.