Colin: what is also a nice experiment is metering the subject (externally if possible) and overexposing the background (which doesn't have much in it anyway) a stop or even two. You should try it. If done properly you can end up with a very pleasing effect.





PS: Wow the lighting on that boxer is amazing. Seriously well done. *jealous* (in a good way). And not just of the photograph either. I guess it's time to hit a gym.