The model stands by the left side of the ancient gate against the wall, with the photographer two meters away, shooting full-body shots with a centered composition. 
Equipment: Fuji xh2s, lens 18-55.
Poses:
1. Stride forward and take the shot.
2. Spread arms and spin, then take the shot.
3. Lean against the wall, looking sideways towards the light.
4. Clasp hands in prayer.
Ticket Prices: General Admission / $1.50, Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest / $3, Combined Ticket / $4.
Shooting Time: Afternoon is recommended for shooting, as the shadows in the afternoon can create a nice effect of people and their shadows.

The red wall at the side of the Gu Xi Gate in the Temple of Heaven.

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No. 1A, Tiantan East Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Temple of Heaven Park

Photography Tips

The model stands by the left side of the ancient gate against the wall, with the photographer two meters away, shooting full-body shots with a centered composition. Equipment: Fuji xh2s, lens 18-55. Poses: 1. Stride forward and take the shot. 2. Spread arms and spin, then take the shot. 3. Lean against the wall, looking sideways towards the light. 4. Clasp hands in prayer. Ticket Prices: General Admission / $1.50, Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest / $3, Combined Ticket / $4. Shooting Time: Afternoon is recommended for shooting, as the shadows in the afternoon can create a nice effect of people and their shadows.

Walking Guide

Turn left and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is just 10 meters ahead. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is just 10 meters ahead.

Exit at A2 of Tiantan East Gate Station on Line 5, then turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park. — step-by-step photo guide

Exit at A2 of Tiantan East Gate Station on Line 5, then turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park.

You don't need to enter the Guxi Gate; the best spot is to the left of it. — step-by-step photo guide

You don't need to enter the Guxi Gate; the best spot is to the left of it.

After passing through the ticket checkpoint, walk straight for about 700 meters. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests will be on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

After passing through the ticket checkpoint, walk straight for about 700 meters. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests will be on your left.

Go straight and you will see the entrance to the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight and you will see the entrance to the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.

Turn right after checking your ticket to go to Guxi Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right after checking your ticket to go to Guxi Gate.