The model stands in front of the arch, and the photographer positions themselves a bit further away to shoot. A 2x or medium-telephoto lens can be used. Shooting equipment: Fujifilm XE4 + 18-50mm f/2.8 Shooting time: Around 3 PM, with plenty of sunlight Outfit: The temple is mainly red in color, so a simple outfit works well. Black, white, and gray are versatile colors. Pose: The model can stand sideways and look at the camera, or look away from the camera. This pose is very friendly to the model.

Fayuan Temple in Beijing - in front of the circular archway

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No. 7, Fayuan Si Qian Street, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The model stands in front of the arch, and the photographer positions themselves a bit further away to shoot. A 2x or medium-telephoto lens can be used. Shooting equipment: Fujifilm XE4 + 18-50mm f/2.8 Shooting time: Around 3 PM, with plenty of sunlight Outfit: The temple is mainly red in color, so a simple outfit works well. Black, white, and gray are versatile colors. Pose: The model can stand sideways and look at the camera, or look away from the camera. This pose is very friendly to the model.

Walking Guide

Enter through the main gate of Fayuan Temple. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the main gate of Fayuan Temple.

Go around to the back of the arch, and you'll find the shooting spot. — step-by-step photo guide

Go around to the back of the arch, and you'll find the shooting spot.

Go straight all the way. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight all the way.

Walk straight into the temple. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight into the temple.

After seeing the stone marker, continue straight ahead on the left. — step-by-step photo guide

After seeing the stone marker, continue straight ahead on the left.

Walk to the bottom, turn right at the white wall on the right. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk to the bottom, turn right at the white wall on the right.