Style In Progress HDR

This was produced with a 7 Shot Bracket, hand held. I need to go back with a tripod!

It was really difficult, even with a 7 shot bracket, to prevent the sky from blowing out in areas, and having the ground bright enough. It would be really helpful to have a wireless remote so I could meter the shot twice, and take two bracket bursts.

This shot is a little lower contrast (too HDR looking) than I aim for. Regardless, I'm somewhat please with the result.

UPDATE:
I created a Version 2 of this HDR scene, using a different set of 7 photos, and I'm much happier with the result. It's the second photos on your right.