I attended a Speedlite Workshop recently, here is a few of my favourites from the day. I can't claim the good lighting as that was set up for us

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[vespats]

I like the forth one, the last one is OK. The others have to less light in the face for my taste.

[deaning]

nice set #2 what a lovely smile.

[tessfully]

I think these are excellent portraits. On my monitor the lighting is rich, (not bright at all), nicely toned and great transition of dark to light. You must have had a lot of fun!