Photo by Jietai Temple Scenic Area - Red Wall with the Character "Jie" and Ginkgo Trees with Stone Railing

Jietai Temple Scenic Area - Red Wall with the Character "Jie" and Ginkgo Trees with Stone Railing

The photographer is shooting the stone monument with the camera positioned at the middle height of the monument, ensuring a level and straight frame without any tilt. The monument is placed centrally in the frame to highlight its symmetry and solemnity. It is recommended to use a standard lens on a camera or the 2x zoom on a phone to avoid distortion from a wide-angle lens.

Travel Tips:
1. No admission fee is required.
2. Open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Sunday (autumn and winter).

Jie Tai Temple - Stele in front of the Mountain Gate made of white marble.

The model is positioned at the center of the frame, using a centered composition to highlight the subject. The photographer shoots from a straightforward angle, incorporating the city’s night lights in the background and retaining the railing and some leaves, adding depth to the scene.

Travel Tip: In April, the sunset in Beijing is around 18:50, with the blue hour lasting from 19:10 to 19:50.

Jietai Temple - Enclosure for City Night Photography

The photographer should position themselves at a level that is parallel to the building and trees to ensure a stable presentation of the elements in the frame. Use the trees as a natural frame to enclose the building in the background, enhancing the depth and focus of the main subject. Additionally, employ a symmetrical composition where the building and trees are evenly distributed on either side of the central axis, creating a sense of balance.

Travel Tips:
① Admission Price: 45 yuan for adults, half price for students, free for seniors 60 years and older.
② Opening Hours: Spring and Summer: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Autumn and Winter: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Jie Tai Temple - Reproduction of the Photos of the Hall of the Heavenly Kings

The photographer used a low-angle shot to place the "Jie" (戒) character plaque on the red wall to the right side of the frame, while incorporating the gray railing and pine trees on the left to balance the composition. The framing includes the full view of the red wall, the plaque, the upper railing, and parts of the blue sky and green trees, adding depth and layers to the image. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to highlight the main subject while retaining the details of the scene.

Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 45 RMB per person.

Jietai Temple - the character 'Jie' carved on the red wall.

Shooting Guide: The model stands at the bottom of the stairs, and the photographer shoots from above on the stairs.
Pose: The model can stand sideways with hands clasped together.
Time: September 3rd, 4:20 PM.
Equipment: Fuji XS10 + 35mm lens.

Jie Tai Temple Scenic Area - Staircase Top Railing

Shooting Guide: The model stands next to the stone monument, and the photographer stands about 5 meters in front of the model to take the photo.
Pose: The model can stand slightly sideways to the camera and look up.
Time: September 3, 4:30 PM.
Equipment: Fuji XS10 + 35mm lens.

Jie Tai Temple Scenic Area - Next to the Stone Stele

Shooting Guide: The model stands under the incense burner, and the photographer squats about 3 meters behind the model for an upward shot.
Pose: The model can face away from the camera, looking up at the incense burner.
Shooting Time: September 3, 4:10 PM.
Equipment: Fuji XS10 + 35mm lens.

Jie Tai Temple Scenic Area - In front of the Incense Burner

Shooting Tips: The model stands in front of the red wall, and the photographer stands about 10 meters in front of the model to take the photo.
Posing: The model can walk forward, and the photographer can capture the movement.
Shooting Time: September 3, 4:10 PM.
Equipment: Fuji XS10 + 35mm lens.

Jie Tai Temple Scenic Area - In Front of the Golden-Character Red Wall

Shooting Tips: The model should stand under the door plaque, and the photographer should stand at the bottom of the stairs. We recommend a horizontal composition.
Pose: The model can place both hands together in front of them and look into the distance.
Shooting Time: September 3, 4:00 PM.
Equipment: Fuji XS10 + 35mm lens.

Jietai Temple Scenic Area - Check-in spot with the same gate as in the TV series "Empresses in the Palace"