The photographer shoots from a position slightly further in front of the subject at eye level, capturing a complete view of the person, the stone wall, the green plants, and the background buildings. The composition uses the rule of thirds, placing the subject in the lower third of the frame. The horizontal lines of the stone wall contrast with the vertical posture of the subject, while the green plants and buildings fill the background, enhancing the depth of the scene.

Travel Tip: Admission is 50 RMB.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with the cobblestone paths and white walls.

The model is sitting cross-legged on the ground in front of the temple steps, positioned slightly to the left of the center of the frame. The photographer uses a straight-on angle and the rule of thirds, placing the subject in the left third of the image. The background includes colorful drapes and red pillars, with the midground retaining the stone steps.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with the steps and colorful banners.

The photographer captures the scene from below the steps, with the model sitting on the steps leading to the building entrance, positioned slightly to the right of the center frame. The composition includes golden walls, a red door, and decorative curtains above, with the steps serving as the foreground to add depth. The model is in a relaxed pose, with one leg bent and her hand resting on the step. A wide-angle lens is recommended to showcase the architectural details and the surrounding atmosphere.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with the red gilded doors and yellow walls.

Shoot from a slightly overhead angle, incorporating the stone steps and wall in the foreground to add depth. The model should have her head tilted back with eyes closed, arms hanging naturally by her sides in a relaxed pose. Include the red wall, red rooftops, and green trees in the background to enrich the environmental elements and highlight the scene’s atmosphere.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with stone steps and trees.

Photo by Sera Monastery - Back mountain view of the Potala Palace silhouette.

Sera Monastery - Back mountain view of the Potala Palace silhouette.

The model is seated on a stone platform, slightly left of center in the frame. The photographer is shooting at eye level, with trees and flowers in the foreground, the model clearly visible in the mid-ground, and Tibetan architecture and walking monks in the background to add depth. The model’s pose is natural, with hands gently resting on the lap.

Travel Tip: The admission fee is 50 yuan per person.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with Tibetan architecture, trees, and flower clusters.

Photo by Lhasa Sera Monastery - Cobbled Lanes and Yellow Buildings

Lhasa Sera Monastery - Cobbled Lanes and Yellow Buildings

Photo by Sera Monastery - Upward shot of the golden decorations on the walls and steps.

Sera Monastery - Upward shot of the golden decorations on the walls and steps.

Photo by Take a photo with the temple architecture passageways and cobblestone paths at Sera Monastery.

Take a photo with the temple architecture passageways and cobblestone paths at Sera Monastery.

Photo by Sera Monastery - Take a photo with the red pillars and cloth curtains of the temple.

Sera Monastery - Take a photo with the red pillars and cloth curtains of the temple.