“With online daters having a choice of millions of profiles at their fingertips, the first impression does matter a lot.”
Which photo will get you the maximum attention in cyberspace—the formal one in your office or the personal one on the beach? Or will that serene close-up do wonders? Should you post a single shot online or is it more the merrier? Here are tips to make sure you get pick the best option for you.
Which Photograph Do I Pick?
Be sure the person in the picture is you! Do not post a picture from your teenage years or where your face is blurry. Pick a recent photograph that represents the current “you.” If you chose only one photo to post online, make sure it is a natural one. Choose pictures that are clear and bright, taken in a good light. You do not want anyone to suspect you are trying to hide something. Provocative pictures are an absolute no-no. They scream “desperation” and may put off daters looking for genuine relationships.
Select pictures that highlight your personality and where you appear confident. A nervous, anxious-looking photo will not gather much interest online.
How Many Photos Do I Post Online?
A single good-quality photograph is all you need to be “seen” online. Two or three shots posted online would seem an ideal choice. Any more would be excruciating.
See to it that the pictures you choose represent you the most. It may be too obvious that you want to conceal something if you only post close-ups of your face. Select from close-ups, three-quarter length profiles, full-body shots, long-distance shots, or pictures revealing your interests (a ski shot or one with your pets).
It is very important to spend some time choosing good quality photos.
Good luck with finding a “picture perfect” date!
