The model is positioned at the left one-third of the frame, with the stone lion on the right, using the rule of thirds to highlight the interaction between the person and the sculpture. The model has her hands together in a natural and reverent pose, facing the lion, which adds a narrative element to the image. The background incorporates the eaves and plaque of the temple, preserving the details of the ancient architecture. A medium telephoto lens is used to compress the background, making the texture and expression of the stone lion clearer.

Fayuan Temple - Take a photo with the stone lion sculpture.

Stand slightly higher in front of the stone basin and shoot from above, placing the stone basin in the center of the frame to highlight its carved textures. Capture the entire stone basin, and include the red railing in the foreground to form a natural frame. Leave some of the temple buildings and trees in the background to enhance the ambiance. A wide-angle lens is recommended to fully showcase the integration of the stone basin with its surroundings. Travel tip: Admission is free.

Fayuan Temple in Beijing - Giant Stone Basin

The photographer shoots upward at the eaves and the crabapple blossoms, using the branches as the foreground and the ancient architecture, doors, windows, and eaves as the background. It is recommended to use a standard lens to highlight the distinct layers of the architecture and the crabapples. Travel Tip: It’s best to visit on a sunny day for good light conditions, which makes it easier to get great shots.

Fayuan Temple - Crabapple Blossoms Behind the Avalokitesvara Hall

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Fayuan Temple in Beijing - Dragon Carvings and Wind Chimes

The main frame is a circular door opening, highlighting the internal red walls, stairs, and carved details. The photographer stands slightly lower in front of the door opening, incorporating the gray-tiled roof above and the green leaves in the foreground to enhance the sense of depth.

Beijing Fayuan Temple - Circular Archways and Temple Architecture

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer should stand slightly further away from the hall, shooting from a slight overhead angle to keep the plaque of the Great Buddha Hall centered in the frame. 2. Composition: Use foreground composition by utilizing the sculptures in front of the hall, blurred to form a foreground frame, adding depth and layers to the image. 3. Lens Focal Length: Use a 75mm lens on a camera or 3x zoom on a phone to highlight the details of the main subject and compress the space in the image. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Free ② Opening Hours: Daily 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Beijing Fayuan Temple - Mahavira Hall Plaque

Use an upward shooting angle to focus on the details of the dragon's head and neck. Center the composition, placing the dragon's head in the center of the frame with a blurred background of yellow ginkgo leaves to highlight the sculpture's texture and ancient feel, enhancing the autumn atmosphere. Additional tips: It's best to take photos on a sunny day for amazing results.

Fayuan Temple in Beijing - Dragon Head Sculpture at the Entrance

The photographer stands in front of the Drum Tower at Fayuan Temple in Beijing, slightly tilting the angle upward to capture the entire tower. Using the central composition method, the Drum Tower is positioned at the center of the frame, highlighting the main subject. Travel Tip: Admission is free.

Fayuan Temple - Drum Tower, Beijing

Using an upward angle, highlight the intricate eaves of the ancient architecture and the layered relationship of the flowers, giving the image a sense of depth and cultural atmosphere. This allows viewers to directly appreciate the elegance of the ancient buildings and the delicacy of the flowers. The soft pink and white hues of the flowers contrast with the reddish-brown of the ancient structures and the blue and green of the painted decorations, emphasizing the freshness of the flowers and the simplicity of the architecture. This creates an elegant and traditional Chinese aesthetic. Opening hours: 08:30-16:00.

Fayuan Temple - Guanyin Hall Lilac Flowers in Beijing

For the foreground, include the stone lions and blue planters; for the midground, incorporate the stone path and steps; for the background, keep the red door and the leaves above it. This will enhance the depth of the image. Shoot at eye level with the stone lions to compress the space and highlight the integration of the main subject with the environment. A medium telephoto lens is recommended to compress the space and emphasize the harmony between the subject and its surroundings.

Fayuan Temple in Beijing - Staircases and Stone Lions