32 Tricks to Make a Photo Pop
They say a picture's worth a thousand words. How about a thousand responses to your free profile? Profiles with photos attract up to 15 times more attention, and two or three images may generate even more activity. So the next time you search for local singles, keep in mind these dos and don'ts for looking good.
- If you are not extra lean and muscular, keep your shirt on.
- Don't have an arm slung around someone else's waist.
- Don't stand in front of a picture of a yacht — unless it's yours.
- Your close-up should actually be close up.
- Don't let them see the red of your eyes.
- Don't squint.
- A crooked photo creates a crooked neck and nothing more.
- Do not show all of your tattoos.
- A look that screams come-hither might make your ad wither.
- Smile — if you have your front teeth.
- Don't wear an outfit two sizes too small.
- Wearing shades doesn't show off the sparkle in your eyes.
- Blowing a kiss at the camera could blow your chances instead.
- Nix the group shot; you're the star here.
- Don't make a funny face or scrunch up your nose.
- Use a recent photo; an oldie is not a goodie.
- Lose the cowboy hat.
- Muscle shirt, no — unless you actually have the muscles.
- Avoid side views unless your side is actually viewable.
- Don't chop off your head or cut off your midsection.
- A mountain-range background is nice, but seeing you as a dot is not.
- Letting it all hang out is out.
- Today may be the day someone clicks on your ad — a good incentive to give it your best shot.
- Adjust color and resolution, crop and rotate, then insert the photo and watch what happens.
- If the photo isn't quite to your liking, snap a few more.
- Don't use your mug shot — not very arresting.
- A "Thinker" pose in a bathrobe? What were you thinking?
- A cigarette in one hand and a drink in the other signals a dead end.
- Don't take it too seriously; let your uniqueness translate into a slick pic.
- Does your photo percolate? Ask a friend or two what they think.
- Be in a good mood; the camera will capture your perkiness.
- Primp, be stylish, casual and off-beat — be yourself.
You are in control of your destiny, so accentuate your best traits and soon you'll be another match success story. Create a free profile and a new photo today.