If you do not post a photo you will not get replies.
Posting more than one photo is even better. Only post great photos. You do not have to go to a professional photographer but if you do we can give you tips.
Avoid putting up photos of your drinking beer or wine, or photos with children. They want to see you, preferably smiling, doing what you love to do..swimming, fishing, golfing, playing sports or even lounging at the cottage.
Is it wrong to post a photo on a dating site that does not look like me now?
Of course it is, can you imagine your surprise when you go for your first date and can not even recognize the person because your photo was blurry, dark, unfocused or was taken 10 years ago.
I am not a model but would like a great photo to post, should I go to a professional photographer for my dating photo?
No one expects a model but if you get a realistic photo of you done professionally there is nothing wrong with that. Make sure you get digital copies of the photo so it is easy to post to your dating profile.
The best photo you can show is the one where you are smiling, confident and happy. Show your potential match that you have something to offer. Demand that they post a photo as well. Show your best side and you will get a lot of responses to your ad.