Profile Writing

Your Dating Site Photos

The photo you choose is another way to separate yourself from the lonely losers of the online dating scene. Photos are a powerful way to send a message. It is important that it really looks like you. Don't choose an old photo; it should be recent. Like with your profile, the last thing you want is to not live up to the expectation you have built up. It might be wise to have a photo taken by a pro. If you know a photographer, get him or her to do it. Or spend a little, it could be a good investment.

Your lead photo should show you dressed for a night out, but not something too formal. This can be very effective especially if you wear the clothes in your photo when you go meet someone who has replied to your ad. That says "this person can be relied on to be what they say." Guys, be clean shaven, and be sure your hair looks right. Iron your shirt, and avoid the "rebellious loner" look. Ladies, don't just look straight at the camera, have your head slightly to one side, or maybe try show how your hair looks when it moves.

Now here is a real secret photo tip that will put you ahead of the pack. Most sites will let you have more than one photo. Take advantage of this by posting several photos in various situations. Show yourself having fun, demonstrating your social acceptance. Are you an outdoors type? Show it! If you have given a talk or been in theatre, those are great photos. Guys, show pictures with your mum, with pets and especially playing with children! Gals, pictures of you dancing, or with other women, arm in arm or touching in other ways is a great turn on. Try to use your photos to say something about you, but also to show as much variety as possible so you can't be pigeonholed.

Using photos like this will bring you results whether you are drop dead gorgeous or not!