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1) The foreground is exposed pretty well, but the windows are completely blown out (i.e. overexposed). I assume you were trying to do shot using only natural light – really tough given the amount of contrast in the scene. If possible, set up reflectors next time to catch some of that light and bounce it back into that dark corner. This way, it makes it easier to meter for the windows and hopefully get a more even exposure. Otherwise, play around with the shadows and highlights to eke out a little more detail, especially around the feet of the subject.
2) I personally feel the composition would be stronger by cutting out about a third of the right frame – but that’s a personal opinion. Here, it appears the window was metered a lot better, at the cost of the shadows being underexposed – especially with the clothes. Just like #1, play around with shadows and highlights (or dodge/burn, darken/lighten layers, however you edit) to eke out some more detail.
3) Spot on exposure, given the location. You can actually see some of the detail in the dress, and the background is not “hot” (taking away from the subject). Although not a requirement, the composition could be strengthened by adhering to the “rule of thirds” – especially with subjects looking in a particular direction. It’s better to give a little space in that direction…not sure how to properly word that.
Mm….that’s all I have time for now. I’ll get to the rest after lunch.