Photography Tips: The model goes down the stairs and stands at the designated spot, while the photographer shoots from the stone railing to the right front of the model, zooming in to capture the architectural layers and the model.

Model Pose: The model stands facing the photographer, with arms spread and the right leg lifted.

Beijing Temple of Earth and Ancestral Temple - next to the Southeast Stele Pavilion

The model stands at the entrance of the Southwest Stele Pavilion, while the photographer shoots from below, capturing the window and a corner of the palace behind it. 
Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55mm.
Poses:
1. Inside the door, pretending to walk out, for candid shots.
2. Leaning against the door frame, hands together, looking into the distance.
Travel tips: Try to arrive early, as the light can easily be blocked by the trees in front.

The Temple of Emperors - Southwest Stele Pavilion

1. Positioning: The photographer stands in the courtyard, facing the building cluster’s roof, and slightly tilts the camera upward to highlight the details and layers of the roof.
2. Composition: Use a diagonal composition where the roof lines extend from the bottom left to the top right of the frame, enhancing the symmetry and visual appeal of the image.
3. Lens Recommendation: Use a 50mm lens on a camera or the 2x zoom on a phone to emphasize details while keeping the main subject clear.

1. Travel Tips: The ticket costs 20 RMB, with a 50% discount for students. The site is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and it’s closed on Mondays. For a deep dive, plan to spend about 2 hours; for a quick visit, 1 hour is sufficient. There is a parking lot across the street from the main entrance, with a rate of 8 RMB per hour.
2. Additional Tips: This is a less-known and less-crowded site, and no reservation is required. The staff at the entrance are very knowledgeable and helpful, whether you ask about cultural or historical information.

Fuchengmen Inner Street, Temple of the Emperors - Ancient Architectural Complex Rooftops

Photography Tips: Model stands, photographer is 8-10 meters away from the model, shoot in landscape orientation.
Pose: Model stands with hands behind the back, facing to the right.

Beijing's Temple of Earth and Ancestral Temple in front of traditional Chinese architecture

1. Shooting Position: The photographer stands at a slight distance in front of the Jingde Chongsheng Hall, shooting at eye level.
2. Composition: Symmetrical composition is used, with the building's central axis as the reference, and the doors, windows, and stair railings on both sides are symmetrically distributed, creating a sense of solemnity. The stairs in the foreground add depth to the image.
3. Lens Usage: A medium focal length lens is used to clearly capture the details, textures, color decorations, and overall structure of the building.
Additional Tips: Shooting on a clear day will yield better results.

The Temple of Earth and Ancestral Temple - Jingde Chongsheng Hall

The photographer captured a corner of the main hall, a corner of the southwest stele pavilion, and the west stele pavilion from the side. The three eaves intersect in a way that seems to be competing, creating a striking image.
Equipment: Fuji XH2S, 18-55mm lens.
Poses:
1. One hand resting on the stone railing, the other hand in the pocket, slightly tilting the head to look at the sky.
2. Leaning against the stone railing, one hand in the pocket, the other hand twirling the hair.
Admission price: 20 RMB.

The Temple of Emperors - Main Hall Steps

Framed by two towering ancient trees and set against the backdrop of the palace in the rear.
Posing suggestions: ① Turn around and look back, capture the moment as your hair swings;
② Stand sideways, tilt your head up, and toss your hair to capture it blowing in the shot;
③ Face the camera directly, but turn your face to the side.
Best shooting time: Recommended at noon, especially on clear days.

The open space in front of the Jingde Chongsheng Hall at the Temple of Emperors

The photographer stands at the left rear of the model, with the composition including a corner of the Southwest Stele Pavilion, a corner of the Main Hall, and the Western Stele Pavilion, where the three eaves complement each other.
1. Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55mm.
2. Shooting poses: 
① Turn your back to the camera, place your hands on the stone railing, and look sideways towards the sunlight;
② Lean against the stone railing, cross your arms, and look to the side;
③ Stand in front of the stone railing, face the camera at a 45-degree angle, cross your arms, and look to the side.
3. Ticket price: 20 RMB.

The Temple of Emperors - Stone Railing on the West Side of the Main Hall

The model stands in the southeast corner of the Southwest Stele Pavilion, while the photographer is on the platform of the West Hall.
Equipment: Fuji XH2S, lens 18-55mm.
Poses:
1. Lean against the red wall and tilt your body backward.
2. Stand in the corner of the platform, cross your arms, and look to the side.
Ticket Price: 20 RMB.
Travel Tip: Try to arrive early to avoid being blocked by trees and buildings.

The Temple of Emperors - Southeast Corner of the Southwest Stele Pavilion