Bob,

This article was very helpful. I have always avoided the sunny part of the day. I plan to try your techniques. When I used film, before digital manipulation, I used spot metering and the zone method. I have gotten lazy because I figure I can fix it later. Your article reminded me that I need to slow down and do it right in the camera. Thanks

Slowing down and doing things right in-camera takes a lot more discipline in modern times.
When there were no other options or the abilities to "fix things", we had no other choice than to learn our craft and perfect our skills.