Speedlight modifier for bird portraits suggestions

[sanjosedave]

Will be going to an event where rescued birds and other animals will be posed by handlers. Handlers will give the thumbs up/down to the use of flash for each critter.

The event will be held between 10-1pm local time, probably in open shade or no shade.

What types of speedlight modifiers have you used/recommend for this?

I'm thinking of using something like the Neewer Octagonal Studio Softbox Flash Diffuse
Thx

 

[Mt Spokane Photography]

I suspect that a large soft box will not be welcome in a crowded area. Perhaps just a small flash diffuser will do.

 

[brad-man]

A Rogue flashbender might be useful if it's not too windy.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1122621-REG/expoimaging_roguerelg2_rogue_flashbender_2_reflector.html

 

[Rejay14]

Unless you're within a couple of feet...probably just a bare flash. I'm not sure how cool the birds would be with that though..

 

[privatebydesign]

I'd second one of the Rouge Flashbenders, I use them and they do a good job.