Trying an experiment to brighten up our dull, overcast days. Put two flashes about 4' away from the perch. I don't think it looks over flashed.
Nikon D4, 500mm, 1/250 @ F6.3, 1/3 EV, ISO 800, tripod
Like the natural colors of bird and perch. The exposure and light of bird and perch is good, maybe BG is a bit dark. Wish to see eye contact and NR for BG.
Nice colors, good exposure on one of my favorite little passerines. It doesn't look over-flashed to me, although I'd take out the multiple catchlights. A head turn would have been nice.
Bird works great against that dark bg. Details are amazing and the berries add a nice pop. I just wish the bird were facing a bit more toward the viewer.