The photographer stands below the prayer plaques, shooting upward. The hanging prayer plaques and lotus lanterns form vertical lines, creating leading lines that enhance the sense of depth.
Travel Tip: Admission is 10 RMB.

Ji Ming Temple - Blessing Placards and Carved Stone Walls

The photographer stands slightly lower in front of the door, shooting upwards to ensure that both the plaque "Zutang" and the Buddha statue inside the door are captured in the frame. Use the red wooden door as a frame to enclose the Buddha statue inside, with the plaque naturally placed at the top of the image, enhancing the sense of space. The composition should include the complete plaque, wooden door, and the Buddha statue inside, preserving the details of the door frame.

Travel Tips:
Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:30.

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Ancestral Hall Entrance Plaque

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple - Stone Path, Yellow Walled Buildings, and Greenery

Gu Jiming Temple - Stone Path, Yellow Walled Buildings, and Greenery

Photo by Jiming Temple - Temple Pagoda and Rooftops

Jiming Temple - Temple Pagoda and Rooftops

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple - Temple Eaves and Pagodas

Gu Jiming Temple - Temple Eaves and Pagodas

The photographer stands in the corridor, capturing the lines of the floor that extend into the distance, guiding the viewer's gaze. In the foreground, densely packed prayer plaques add depth and layers to the scene. The composition includes the prayer plaques above, the central corridor, and a statue in the distance, showcasing the depth and atmosphere of the environment.

Travel Tip: The entrance ticket costs 10 RMB.

Gu Jiming Temple - The corridor filled with prayer plaques.

Photo by Nanjing Jiming Temple - Take a photo with the temple roof and green plants.

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Take a photo with the temple roof and green plants.

Photo by Gujiming Temple - Take a photo with the eaves, railings of ancient buildings, and green trees.

Gujiming Temple - Take a photo with the eaves, railings of ancient buildings, and green trees.

The model stands to the right of the temple's main gate, creating a contrast against the symmetrical bronze doors, with a clear sense of depth. The composition includes the full view of the bronze doors, the details of the door studs, and the red door pillars. The stone pavement is also included to enhance the sense of the environment and highlight the grandeur of the gate.

Gu Jiming Temple - Shooting the temple gate

Photo by Nanjing Jiming Temple - Group Photo with Cross Hollow-out Window Frame

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Group Photo with Cross Hollow-out Window Frame