But unlike other photographers I bounced it off the white ceiling.
I couldn't believe the number of full-time photogs using direct flash.

yep...great lighting and exposure...great job!...nit pick ..a little more eyes brought out..which might reduce that right side flare

Looks very nice, Paul. I don't know much about portraits, but I think Mario would be happy with it.

Nice portrait Paul.

In PP I would select the eyes and add a small curves adjustment to add more contrast to them to make them stand out a tad more.

Roger

Superb use of the flash. Flash scares the heck out of me!
Great job Paul.