For this backlighting shot, I use the Center-Weighted Average metering mode to mainly expose shadows (the building), get more detail and quality on this critical areas, while the over-exposure on the sky will be easily handheld thanks to the great highlights (“to the right”) sensibility of the sensor. Another view
Château de Chaumont's toilet in a willingly non restored part of the castle… … used to expose some « artists » expositions…