Hi all you horny motherfuckers.

If the runaway success of Tinder is any indication, profile text means almost nothing while your profile picture(s) mean almost everything. So, it makes sense that we should be optimizing the shit out of our profile pictures.

I've compiled a list of best practices from these two OkCupid Trends articles:

http://blog.okcupid.com/index.php/the-4-big-myths-of-profile-pictures/

http://blog.okcupid.com/index.php/dont-be-ugly-by-accident/

It all boils down to following portraiture best practices while displaying masculine qualities, but since everyone loves lists, I made one for your easy perusal.

  • Use a DSLR or similar camera with an interchangeable lens.
  • Use a lens with a low f-stop setting so you can blot out the background.
  • In your profile picture, look away from the camera and do not smile.
  • Show off your muscles if they are show-worthy.
  • Take your picture(s) outside either shortly after sunrise or before sunset.
  • Don't use flash.
  • Bonus points if you include an animal and/or an interesting activity.

You can also check out a lengthier write up with my commentary on my blog, but all the actionable info is right here.