1. Positioning Perspective: The photographer stands in front of the model and shoots from an eye-level angle.
2. Composition Technique: Use background elements, such as the red circular patterns on the wall and sculptures, to enrich the visual layers of the image.
3. Lens Recommendation: A lens around 50mm is recommended to clearly capture the model's posture and clothing details while also maintaining the context of the background environment.

Dongjing Yuan - Stone Planters

1. Perspective: The photographer stands beside the sculpture group and takes a top-down shot.
2. Composition technique: A circular composition is used, with the stone slab at the center and the human sculptures distributed in a circular pattern around it, guiding the viewer's gaze to the center of the image.
3. Lens usage: A medium telephoto lens is used to focus on the sculpture group, with a moderate blurring of the background architecture to highlight the main body of the sculptures.
Admission price: Free.

Beijing Dongjingyuan Temple - Bronze Figure Sculpture

The photographer can use a wide-angle camera, standing either below or above the steps, and can take shots from the front or the side. The model doesn't need to look at the camera to enhance the atmosphere.

Props for the shoot: There is an afternoon tea service nearby that can be used as a prop.

Zhuzhu Temple - Fendi Exhibition

Try shooting from a low angle, using the lines of the ancient pine sculptures to easily capture a sophisticated group photo.

Opening hours: Monday 11:00-19:00, Tuesday to Sunday 11:00-21:30.

Best time for photography: It is recommended to choose early morning or late evening when the sunlight is soft. The layers of light and shadow between the sculptures and ancient temple are more distinct, making every shot look like a masterpiece. On a sunny day, the contrast between the ancient pine sculptures and the blue sky and white clouds is particularly striking. On a cloudy day, the simple and unsophisticated atmosphere of the sculptures and ancient temple is more intense, offering a unique artistic conception.

Dongjingyuan Temple - Ancient Pines and Sculptures

Photographers can make use of natural light to capture a warm atmosphere and experiment with different compositions, such as utilizing the symmetry of architecture or framing the shot through elements like windows and door frames to add depth to the photo.

Gear specifications: Fujifilm XT30II, lens 18-55.

Admission fee: Free.

Dongjingyuan Temple - Stone Stools

Photography Tips: The model stands in front of the building, with the photographer positioned at a distance of two arm lengths away, capturing the shot with a 1x/wide-angle lens.

Shooting Time: 3-5 PM for better lighting conditions.

Photography Equipment: Ricoh GR3X.

Outfit Suggestions: The entire Temple East Scene is dominated by red tones, so it's recommended to wear a simple dress; a new Chinese style would also be fitting.

Posing Ideas: If unsure of what pose to strike, one can look down at the camera, look up at the sky, or gaze downward at the ground.

Temple Dongjingyuan - White Hollow-out Western-style Windows

Photography Tips: The model sits on a bench while the photographer stands at an arm's length away, capturing the shot with a 1x/wide-angle lens.

Best Time for Shooting: Between 3-5 PM when the lighting is optimal.

Equipment: Ricoh GR3X.

Outfit Suggestions: The entire Temple East Scene is dominated by red tones, so it's recommended to wear a simple dress; a new Chinese style would also be fitting.

Posing Tips: If unsure about what pose to strike, try looking down at the lens, or looking up at the sky, or gazing down at the ground.

Temple East Scenery Margin - Golden Hollow Disc

Photography Tips: The model sits between two flower pots, and the photographer stands at an arm's length behind the pots, capturing the image with a 2x/medium telephoto lens; the flowers can be used as a blurred foreground to add depth to the shot.

Shooting Time: 3-5 PM, when the lighting is more favorable.

Equipment: Fujifilm X-E4 with an 18-50mm f2.8 lens, Ricoh GR3X.

Outfit Suggestions: The entire Temple East Scenery is dominated by red tones, so it's best to wear simple dresses; new Chinese styles would also be suitable.

Posing Ideas: If unsure about what poses to strike, you can look down at the camera or gaze up at the sky, or look down at the ground.

Temple Dongjingyuan - Behind the Flowerpot

Photography Tips: Have the model stand in the corridor while the photographer stands at a distance of two arm lengths away, capturing the shot with a 2x/medium telephoto lens.

Shooting Time: Between 3-5 PM when the lighting is favorable.

Equipment: Use a Fujifilm X-E4 with an 18-50mm f2.8 lens and a Ricoh GR3X.

Outfit Suggestions: Since the entire Temple East Scenery is dominated by red tones, it's recommended to wear a simple dress; a new Chinese style would also be suitable.

Posing Tips: If unsure about what pose to strike, try looking down at the lens, or look up at the sky and down at the ground.

Temple Dongjingyuan - Stone Statue

Photography Tips: The model sits on the seat while the photographer stands at a distance of two arm lengths away, capturing the shot with a 1x/wide-angle lens.

Shooting Time: From 3-5 PM, the light is more favorable.

Equipment: Fujifilm X-E4 with 18-50mm f2.8 lens, Ricoh GR3X.

Outfit Suggestions: The entire Temple East Scenery is dominated by red tones, so a simple dress would be appropriate; a new Chinese style would also suit the setting well.

Posing Tips: If unsure about poses, one can look down at the lens, or look up at the sky and down at the ground.

Temple East Scenery Courtyard Seating