Basic test, Basic Technique, how do you like the results?

I have been testing out this basic technique. I put my speed light basically directly ontop of my lens as close as I can get it and still point it straight at my subject. I'm attempting to get my light as flat as possible. I know it's basic but it is also iconic. I would love to hear other photographers thoughts on how it turned out.

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Thank you for the advise! I think I'm going to try to wet out the shadow and see how that looks. I like your rule of thumb on the camera height. I try to keep the camera height at eye level. But think I stood up a little bit.

I understand! I really appreciate the critique! I will be keeping it in mind next time I'm testing with this look. With this test I was going for as flat lighting look. Ive had some clients comment on how much they like that look so I have been trying to prefect it. But personally I like photos with more depth in the lighting. But I like to be able to provide people with either look.

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