The photographer shoots from a low angle, slightly to the side of the engraved glass surface, using reflected light to enhance the texture of the image. By employing a frame structure, the engraving is confined within the frame, guiding the viewer’s focus to the texture and details of the engraving.

Travel Tips:
① Admission Price: 20 RMB for adults, free with a union card.
② Opening Hours: 09:00-16:30 (closed on Mondays).

Beijing Wanshou Temple - Engraved Stone with Intertwined Lotus Pattern

When taking photos, stand directly below and use a symmetrical composition to highlight the plaque and architectural details. Focus on the text and decorations with a medium focal length lens to capture the ancient charm.

1. Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: 20 yuan for adults, free with a union card.
② Opening Hours: 09:00-16:30 (closed on Mondays).

2. Additional Recommendations: Free guided tours are available at 10:00 and 14:00.

Beijing Wanshou Temple - Imperially Mandated Protect the Nation Wanshou Temple Plaque

The model is sitting on a fence, and the photographer is standing 4-5 meters directly in front of the model, with large blooming magnolias as the backdrop.

1. Visitor Guide
① Admission is 20 RMB per person, and tickets can be purchased up to 7 days in advance on the Beijing Art Museum WeChat official account.
② Opening hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with entry prohibited after 4:30 PM. The museum is closed on Mondays.

2. Photography Equipment
This photo was taken with a Fuji XT5 and an 18-55mm lens.

Beijing Wanshou Temple - on the white railings

The photographer stands at a certain distance from the Great Hall of the Great Hero to fully capture both the figure and the hall in the frame. Shooting from a low angle highlights the grandeur and solemnity of the Great Hall of the Great Hero, making the figure appear small and emphasizing the architectural grandeur. Using foreground composition, such as flowers, steps, and other elements in front of the hall as the foreground, with the Great Hall of the Great Hero as the background, adds depth to the image and guides the viewer’s focus to the figure or the architecture.

Travel Tips: Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM), closed on Mondays.

Wanshou Temple - Mahavira Hall

The model stands 2 meters in front of a magnolia tree, while the photographer is positioned directly in front of the model, about 1 meter away, shooting from a low angle and looking up. The rule of thirds is used for composition, with the model centered, and the ancient architecture on the left and the magnolia tree on the right symmetrically distributed to enhance the balance of the image. A 24mm focal length on a camera or a 1x zoom on a phone is recommended to highlight the subject while fully showcasing the background architecture and the magnolia tree.

1. Equipment: Fuji XT5 with a 16-50mm lens.
2. Pose: Stretch out both arms and look up at the magnolia tree; this angle is suitable for more dynamic movements.
3. Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: 20 RMB per person, which can be purchased up to 7 days in advance on the Beijing Art Museum's official WeChat account.
② Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Beijing Wanshou Temple - Magnolia in Front of the Drum Tower

The model stands to the right of the doorway at the photography studio, while the photographer stands inside the left door frame, 2-3 meters away from the model, shooting from the side with the white door frame as an accent and the large magnolia flowers in the background.
1. Equipment: This photo was taken with a Fujifilm XT-5, using a 16-50mm lens.
2. Travel Tips:
① Admission is 20 RMB per person, and tickets can be purchased up to 7 days in advance on the Beijing Art Museum’s official WeChat account.
② Opening hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Wanshou Temple - Shadow Hall Entrance, Beijing

The model stands next to a red wall, the photographer stands opposite, 2 meters away, with a focal length of 70mm, using a telephoto lens to compress the background, shooting a full-body shot.
Posing instructions:
① The model stands in front of a patterned red wall, facing away from the photographer, pretending to walk forward, one hand holding a bag, the other arm swinging backward;
② The model stands sideways to the photographer, hands in pockets, one foot forward and one foot back, tilting their head to look in the photographer's direction.

Wanshou Temple in Beijing - Red Wall Pattern Area

The model is standing on the platform in front of the hall, and the photographer is positioned 7-8 meters away from the model, beside a magnolia tree, at an angle. The magnolia flowers serve as the foreground, with the red door as the background.

1. Visit Tips
① Ticket price is $20 per person, and tickets can be purchased up to 7 days in advance on the Beijing Art Museum’s official WeChat account.
② Opening hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM. The museum is closed on Mondays.

2. Photography Gear
This photo was taken using a Fujifilm XT-5 with an 18-55mm lens.

Beijing Wanshou Temple - in front of the red wooden door

The model stands at the red doorsteps, hands hanging naturally by her sides, legs crossed, looking up at the magnolia blossoms above. She faces the photographer, one hand holding a bag, the other hand resting on her chest, legs positioned with one forward and one back, tilting her head toward the photographer. 

For the photo, the photographer stands opposite the model, about 2 meters away, using a 50mm lens and a frame composition to capture as many magnolia blossoms as possible.

Beijing Wanshou Temple - Red Gate Magnolia Blossoms

The model stands to the left outside the door frame, and the photographer stands at a 45-degree angle in front of the model, about 3 meters away. The photographer shoots slightly upward from the side, using the door frame as a framing element. The magnolia flowers are filled into the frame to avoid any distracting background clutter. Use a 35mm lens on a camera or the 1x focal length on a smartphone to capture both the door frame and the background magnolias in a balanced and natural composition.

1. Equipment: Fujifilm XT5 with 16-50mm lens.
2. Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: 20 RMB. You can purchase tickets up to 7 days in advance on the Beijing Art Museum WeChat official account.
② Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Wanshou Temple in Beijing - Small Door on the Right Side of the Wanshou Pavilion