Photo by Nanjing Jiming Temple - Taking a Photo with the Lake

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Taking a Photo with the Lake

Photo by Nanjing Ancient Jiming Temple - Roof Sculptures and Eaves Beasts in the Same Frame

Nanjing Ancient Jiming Temple - Roof Sculptures and Eaves Beasts in the Same Frame

Use the eaves above as a foreground frame to highlight the model and the ancient architecture in the center. The photographer should shoot from a low angle, slightly looking up, with the model positioned at the right one-third of the frame, holding a hat and standing sideways with a natural pose. The composition should include the eaves of the ancient building, yellow walls, and a red signboard.
Shooting Time: It is recommended to shoot on an overcast or rainy day for a more atmospheric feel.

Gu Jiming Temple - Capturing courtyard architecture

The figure is positioned in the lower part of the frame, leaning against the railing, creating a spatial connection with the background buildings and trees. The figure is located near the right one-third line of the frame, while buildings and trees are distributed in different areas, balancing the composition.

Pose: The model stands next to the stone railing, resting one hand on it naturally.

Jiming Temple - Take a photo with temple architecture and stone railings.

The photographer uses a low angle shot to highlight the towering and layered eaves of the building. The main structure is positioned at the left third of the frame, with the right side left blank to showcase the sky and clouds, creating a visual balance. The composition includes multiple layers of eaves, yellow walls, and carved railings. The foreground features leaves in the lower left corner to add depth, while the background retains the distant city skyline and sky, enhancing the sense of spatial depth.

Travel Tips:
① Admission: 
10 RMB. Climbing the Medicine Buddha Pagoda is free (except during maintenance). Free incense sticks are provided with the ticket.
② Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, last entry at 5:15 PM.
③ Incense Etiquette:
Maintain silence, dress appropriately, do not wear slippers, sunglasses, or hats, and do not step on the thresholds.

Gu Jiming Temple - Ancient Architecture

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple - The temple name and yellow wall archway

Gu Jiming Temple - The temple name and yellow wall archway

Photo by Nanjing Jiming Temple - Next to the Long Corridor Pillars

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Next to the Long Corridor Pillars

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple Ba Wei Zhai Vegetarian Restaurant - Taking Photos with Ancient Architecture

Gu Jiming Temple Ba Wei Zhai Vegetarian Restaurant - Taking Photos with Ancient Architecture

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple - capturing the eaves of the temple and stone steps.

Gu Jiming Temple - capturing the eaves of the temple and stone steps.

Use a level shooting angle, placing the stone archway in the center of the frame. Symmetrically distribute the green trees and red-leaf trees on both sides to create a sense of balance. Include the rooftops of ancient buildings in the background and retain the base of the archway and the stone slabs on the ground in the foreground to enhance the sense of depth.

Gu Jiming Temple - Gu Jiming Temple Archway and Trees