The photographer stands below, while the model stands near the corner of the railing in front of the hall. When composing the shot, it’s important to include not only the hall and the plaque but also the lush branches extending from the roof, adding rich colors to the entire scene.
1. Equipment settings: Fuji XT-5, lens 18-55.
2. Posing instructions:
① The model sits on the stone railing, one hand resting behind them, head tilted slightly upward to look at the sky.
② The model stands in front of the stone railing, both hands resting on it, looking towards the light.

Imperially Mandated Da Jue Zen Temple - Plaque of Equanimity in Movement and Stillness

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No. 9, Da Jue Temple Road, Xishan, Beianhe Township, Haidian District, Beijing, inside the Imperially Built Da Jue Zen Temple (east side)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below, while the model stands near the corner of the railing in front of the hall. When composing the shot, it’s important to include not only the hall and the plaque but also the lush branches extending from the roof, adding rich colors to the entire scene. 1. Equipment settings: Fuji XT-5, lens 18-55. 2. Posing instructions: ① The model sits on the stone railing, one hand resting behind them, head tilted slightly upward to look at the sky. ② The model stands in front of the stone railing, both hands resting on it, looking towards the light.

Walking Guide

Enter through the main gate of the imperial-built Dajue Chan Temple and proceed straight across the bridge. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the main gate of the imperial-built Dajue Chan Temple and proceed straight across the bridge.

The model will go up the stairs, turn right at the stone railing corner, and that will be the shooting position. — step-by-step photo guide

The model will go up the stairs, turn right at the stone railing corner, and that will be the shooting position.

After entering, continue to the left front and head to the back of the Great Hall of the Buddha. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering, continue to the left front and head to the back of the Great Hall of the Buddha.

Enter through the small door on the left front. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the small door on the left front.