Garth, I just saw this. She looks like a formidable judge, but a nice person to paint.
I would concur with Mike exactly. Her expression is much more natural and pleasant in images #1 and #2. A bit of space around her would look generous. And I like the hands in # 4 best.
The rosy color in her cheek and lips is good. I want to also suggest that you increase the coolness of the shine in her skin (to a rose-violet?) to contrast with the golden brown tones in her skin. There is so much brown in the woodwork, I think this would make her face come alive. Of course she is already alive--never mind!
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