Don't mind the feathers at all. Also don't mind that the bird is centered in the frame. Even like the wire. Might brighten the bird a little. Nicely done!
Hi Steve,
I like your composition the way it is; because of the fact that the diagonal wire perch balances your subject in the frame. Like the colors and details and yes, the good eye contact...:D
Steve
I like the bird and the eye contact. I'd definitely leave the "wayward" feathers and the diagonal is nice. I think that I'd like a slightly smaller frame as it seems to be crowding the bird. Well done.
I like it a lot Steve Particularly the expression Would brighten a bit. I'm not a fan of frames in general particularly dark ones but its just personal taste !!!