Autumn Golden Pavilion at Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto

Photorealistic or painterly digital art of Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, in Kyoto during peak autumn. The three-story pavilion clad in shimmering gold leaf sits beside Kyoko-chi Pond, its surface perfectly still and reflecting the building and the riot of autumn leaves around it. Surrounding trees display Japanese maple foliage in crimson, amber, and gold, with a few evergreen pines and mossy rocks. Morning light bathes the scene in warm, soft glow; a light mist hovers over the water; fallen leaves drift on the pond; a small wooden bridge and raked gravel garden elements frame the composition. Include intricate architectural details of the temple, including the phoenix ornament atop the roof, ornate eaves, and lattice windows, as well as realistic water reflections and distant Kyoto hills under a clear sky. Style: cinematic lighting, ultra-high resolution, rich textures, shallow depth of field for a dreamlike foreground with crisp details on the pavilion and foliage.