The photographer stands at a side angle relative to the subject, capturing the image from a frontal perspective. The red pillar on the left serves as a framing element, enclosing the subject within the frame. The lines of the stone railing and the ground act as leading lines, directing the viewer's gaze towards the subject and emphasizing the main focus. The use of a mid-range lens effectively reproduces the proportion between the subject and the setting without significant distortion, ensuring the accurate portrayal of the subject's traditional attire and architectural elements.

Additional tips: It is recommended to shoot on a sunny day, as there are numerous photography spots at the DaXingShan Temple, and the foot traffic is not heavy, which minimizes the chance of unwanted appearances in the shots. However, be mindful not to disrupt other visitors while taking photos.

Daxingshan Temple – Red Pillar Stone Railing

The photographer and model maintain a 2-meter distance for the shoot. The photographer takes the shot horizontally. Pay attention to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and ensure there is no distortion.

1. Photography Equipment: A 24-70mm zoom lens is used. The focal length is 50mm, and the aperture is around f/4.

2. Shooting Time: It is best around 10 a.m.

Daxingshan Temple – Under Wish Plaque

Photo by Daxingshan Temple – With Stone Railing & Temple Building

Daxingshan Temple – With Stone Railing & Temple Building

Use leading line composition, with the road's center line and the branches of the plane trees on both sides extending into the distance, guiding the viewer's focus to the depth of the image; the photographer takes a low-angle upward shot to enhance the tunnel-like feeling of the branches; the frame includes the main street, foreground branches, and distant pedestrians and vehicles, enhancing the sense of depth. Travel tips: It is recommended to visit for shooting at 4 pm on a sunny day.

Xi’an Xingshan Temple West Street – Wutong Road

Photographer uses a low and frontal angle, standing at the same height as the flowers. The composition includes a large foreground of red彼岸 flowers, medium background of tree branches, and a red brick building on the right in the background, creating layers. The frame captures the sea of flowers, trees, and the red brick building on the right, highlighting the depth of field and color contrast.

Travel tips: Admission is free.

Daxingshan Temple – Red Spider Lily, Trees & Brick Building

The photographer and the model are positioned 3 meters apart for the shoot. The photographer is taking the shot at a horizontal angle with a focal length of 70 and an aperture of around 4.

1. Equipment Parameters: The equipment being used is a camera with a zoom lens ranging from 24 to 70.
2. Shooting Time: The best time for the shoot is around 10 in the morning when the light is good, which makes it easier to produce quality photos.
3. Other Tips: When shooting, be mindful to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean and pay attention to prevent distortion.

Daxingshan Temple – Hollow Buddha Statue Back

Use a low-angle shot to compress space and highlight architectural details. Focus on leading lines composition, with the vertical lines of the stone railings and red pillars extending upwards, guiding the viewer's gaze to the eaves plaque; include green leaves on both sides as the foreground to add depth to the image. Frame the shot to include the stone railings, red pillars, eaves plaque, and distant rooftops, showcasing the symmetry and depth of the ancient architectural details.

Travel Tips: It is recommended to go early when there are fewer crowds, which will result in a better picture effect.

Xi’an Daxingshan Temple – Stone Railing & Roof Building

The photographer used a low angle to compress the space and highlight the subject. The composition is centered, placing the "Zhao Guan Hong Wei" plaque in the upper middle of the frame, with the corridor eaves and pillars on both sides to enhance the sense of depth. The view includes the pillars and green plants on the right foreground, the prayer wheels and the background wall with trees in the middle ground, enriching the depth of the image.

Travel Tips:
① Admission Fee: Free;
② Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00.

Daxingshan Temple – Roof Plaque & Prayer Wheel

The photographer crouches outside the fence for a low-angle shot, getting close to the sea of flowers. Using the foreground composition with the red彼岸 flower as the main subject, the midground includes the dense forest, and the background retains the brick wall on the left to enhance the sense of depth. Travel tips: The temple is open from 08:00 to 17:00.

Daxingshan Temple – Red Spider Lily Field

As shown in the diagram, the photographer and the model are 3 meters apart for the shoot. The photographer should take photos horizontally. Pay attention to avoid pedestrians to keep the frame clean. Be cautious not to cause distortion.

It is recommended to use a camera with a zoom lens of 24-70, with a focal length of 35 and an aperture of around 4. The best time for shooting is around 10 a.m.

Daxingshan Temple – Main Hall Steps