Photo by Yonghe Temple - Take a photo with the ancient architecture eaves and the sky.

Yonghe Temple - Take a photo with the ancient architecture eaves and the sky.

Photo by Beijing Longfu Temple - Bronze Bell and Pavilion

Beijing Longfu Temple - Bronze Bell and Pavilion

Photo by Dalongfu Temple - Shooting Blue Elf Installations and Stone Brick Walls

Dalongfu Temple - Shooting Blue Elf Installations and Stone Brick Walls

Photo by Lama Temple - Group photo with the courtyard and woods

Lama Temple - Group photo with the courtyard and woods

The photographer is positioned at a lower angle, looking up to emphasize the grandeur and height of the building. In terms of composition, vertical lines are used to display the vertical layering and structural beauty of the building; meanwhile, framing techniques are employed, using elements such as eaves and plaques of the building as frames to draw focus to the content of the image.

Best time for shooting: It is recommended to choose a sunny day when the lighting is good, making it easier to produce quality images.

The Yonghegong, also known as the Lama Temple, houses the Wanfu Pavilion - Plaque and Architecture.

The photographer takes a low-angle shot from a lower position in front of the ancient building, using the eaves as a foreground frame and placing the subject in the lower middle of the frame. By utilizing the upward angle, the vertical lines of the building are stretched to highlight its grandeur. The subject's gesture of raising their hand echoes the architecture, and the framing composition created by the structure of the building focuses on the spatial relationship between the person and the ancient architecture, enhancing the sense of depth in the image.

Travel Tips: It is recommended to travel on weekdays when there are fewer people.

In front of the Wanfu Pavilion at the Lama Temple.

The Buddha statue is positioned at the center of the frame, with symmetrically distributed wooden carvings and candle walls on both sides, enhancing the solemn atmosphere. The composition includes the main body of the Buddha statue, the offerings in front, and the surrounding background elements on both sides, fully presenting the scene. It captures the symmetrical structure and the overall environment.

Beijing Longfu Temple - Gold Wall with Buddha Statues and Offerings

The model is positioned slightly to the left in the center of the frame. The photographer uses a flat angle to enhance the sense of depth in the image. The rule of thirds is applied in the composition to highlight the interaction between the subject and the background painting. The frame includes the complete artwork and wooden wall, with a simple background that doesn't compete with the main focus. The model stands sideways with a slight head tilt, gently holding the strap of her bag, creating a natural and storytelling pose. It is recommended to use a medium to long focal length to ensure the subject is in focus.

Take a photo with the backdrop of paintings at Beijing Longfu Temple.

Using a low-angle shot, the photographer stands in front of the red wall and shoots upwards. Include golden ginkgo leaves in the foreground and capture the red wall and the ancient building eaves in the background to enhance the sense of depth and ancient atmosphere in the image. Additional tips: it is recommended to take photos on a sunny day for exceptional results.

The Palace Museum - Eighteen Locust Trees, Red Walls, and Ginkgo Trees

Photo by Lama Temple - Eaves Tiles and Wind Chimes

Lama Temple - Eaves Tiles and Wind Chimes