Oomis, in spite of your beautifully written post, surely you must realize that Joseph’s very brief post above is so right!
Which committee will decide which women’s photos are permitted?
And when they decide – they’re going to hurt some feelings in a big way.
If I wake up one morning to find myself in a Very Important Mainstream Orthodox Publication, I’ll be horrified and go right back to hide under the covers. Permanently. As that can only mean that in addition to have (suddenly overnight) become a very Chashuva Rebbetzin, there is also no chance whatsoever (due to advanced age, advanced weight, or some other unpleasantness) that any man can find my appearance even a tiny bit agreeable.