Online dating is the epitome of the value of the internet. It’s all in how you use it and your goals/motives. Use it it for selfish and negative reasons, it’s going to be an energy suck and backfire. Use it in intelligent ways and watch the magic unravel. Hopefully it’s the latter. Online or in person, first impressions count. Online, you’ve got milliseconds to capture someone's attention as they swipe through a sea of profiles. So, is it smart to invest in professional pictures for your dating apps to stand out? Absolutely.

Let's address the elephant in the room: the fear of judgment. You might worry that people (friends and/or dating app users) might think you're vain or superficial for hiring a professional photographer for your dating profile. But here's the truth: everyone wants to put their best foot forward.

Dating profile photos don't have to be glossy, over-airbrushed glam shots. Authenticity is key. A good photographer will capture your personality, your essence, without making you look like a bad advertisement. They'll highlight your best features and bring out your natural charm. The pics will look much less like a glamour shoot and more like you have a friend who happens to have a nice camera and a good eye took some pics of you. That it the finesses of doing dating profile portraits the right way.

I’ll paint you a picture: when you're scrolling through dating profiles, what catches your eye? Grainy selfies taken in a public bathroom mirror (classy), or crisp, well-lit photos that showcase someone's personality? Exactly. Investing in professional pictures sets you apart from the crowd and shows that you're serious about finding a connection. It’s exactly like hiring a professional to help trick out your resume.

It's not just about impressing potential dates. It's about feeling confident in yourself. When you look good, you feel good. And that confidence comes through in your interactions, both online and offline. Let go of what people might think of you. It’s always easy to judge, but harder to be brave and actually put yourself out there. While you're busy finding your ideal partner to make a life with, they can throw a judgment party! Speaking of finding an ideal partner, I now want to talk about the value of wedding photographers providing dating profile photography (for both the client and the photographer).

Picture Perfect Partnerships: Life Long Friends - WIN WIN

Now, let's flip the script and address wedding photographers: is it smart to offer dating profile photography sessions? Absolutely, unequivocally, yes.

Your wedding clients aren't just looking for someone to document their big day. They're looking for a partner, a confidant, someone who understands them and their vision. By offering dating profile photography sessions, you're showing that you're invested in their journey from the very beginning.

But won't it muddy the waters for your brand? Not at all. In fact, it strengthens it. Your clients aren't just clients—they're potential future proposals, engagement sessions, weddings, anniversaries, maternity shoots, vow renewals…You see where I’m going. By offering a full suite of services, you're positioning yourself as their go-to photographer for life's most important moments. Nobody wants to change mechanics every time their car needs a repair. I love my mechanic. I don’t need to worry about my car with my mechanic. So make your clients feel great, give them extra value and take amazing pictures for them. It will benefit both of you for years to come.

And truly,  it's not just about business. It's about connection. When you connect with your clients on a personal level, when you go above and beyond to ensure they feel heard and valued, they'll want to keep working with you. They'll become not just clients, but friends.

Don’t forget about referrals. When your clients' single friends see their stunning dating profile pictures, they'll want to know who took them. And who better to recommend than the person who captured their love story from the very beginning?

So, to all the wedding photographers out there: embrace the opportunity to offer dating profile photography sessions. It's a win-win for both you and your clients. After all, love doesn't just happen on wedding days—it happens in every moment, big and small. And who better to capture those moments than you?

If you’d like to book a Dating Profile Photography session, learn more here:

https://www.jeremyglicksteinphotography.com/dating-app-photography