These images have me searching for "S" words, Kester. (Spectacular, etc). Poses, comp, IQ all fantastic. Lighting on the first two is gorgeous (catchlight but no beautiful tonal range of plumage); it's wonderful to see (for North Americans used to chickadees and cowbirds) exotic species like these.
Stunning images to be sure. The species and colors are a feast.
To my eye, the Better Beamer has tossed in just a tad too much flash. I like 3D feel expressed by some shadow, and here the 3D results from highlight. A VERY minor nit, and just my taste.
