Here is my first attempt at HDR. Any comments are welcome.
I guess a general tip would be to go out, and make a composition that would be
very appealing without HDR, even then wait around for the right lighting (as Doylem does producing those fantastic non HRD shots). Then apply HDR to that (if the situation is right)
The subject of your picture doesn't have a lot going on, maybe next time try to capture a scene with a stronger subject. When composing, think about the usefulness or effect HDR will offer the picture.
I'm no expert with this stuff and I hate being critical, but try to save HDR for those situations where it is needed. Go and have another shot, thinking more about subject matter, be sure to post back here
It's all a learning experience
Don't worry, many fall for the post processing trap, I know I did when I was new to it all.