IMHO, professional photos are not necessary. I tend to like photos that are clear and gives me a real sense of what the girl actually looks like. For example, just don't have boob shots or ass pics. I would prefer a variety of shots and angles of your whole body and face.
If they are accurate - then very. They don’t have to be nude though it is nice!
If I don't like the look, I move on immediately. Gotta have unblurred face pics. Strongly prefer selfies and videos. Pro photos are ok, but bronze-skinned airbrushing is a giant red flag. Arm draped over the waist is a clear sign of a muffin top. Pic shots that are flattering, but honest. A lot of guys here don't mind a mature woman with a few flaws, but if they're expecting a 10 and get a 7, it can be a real boner killer.
Everything else (price, services, natural vs. enhanced, screening, reviews, etc...) comes later.
I want to get some idea as to your size, and if I can see your face, all the better.
Pro photos are best, but a few gals can take a decent selfie.
Pro pictures can be more effective with me, but I have also seen good quality selfies. The key thing is that I want some (most?) of the pics to be representative of who I will meet BCD. Glamour shots are great but I do not expect someone to spend 6 hours in a spa / makeup / hair stylist chair duplicating that just for me. Glamour + realistic is a good mix.
Posted By: mrfisher
Re: I won't see a gal unless she has some decent photos...
I want to get some idea as to your size, and if I can see your face, all the better.
Pro photos are best, but a few gals can take a decent selfie.
Size! Good point, mrfisher. When I cross reference a pic to her stats (website or Profile), it is interesting how often I guess wrong. I see looooong legs and a leeeeeeaaaan torso and loooooong hair and I'm thinking 5'10"? 5'8"? Then the stats reveal 5'0" !!
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In addition to watermarking, maybe Providers should include a cartographers scale bar on their pics. Kind of like "1/4 inch = 100 miles". Or include one pic holding a ruler in your .... someplace. Or maybe include some other object by which to judge size.
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Big guy or small train?
This cracks me up. I'm SUPER petite and try to put that out there.
This reminds me of a selfie I took next to my door and the doorknob is like armpit height. So silly Even still, once the heels come off guys are still usually shocked at how tiny I am.
....but like anything else they have to be good ones.
If you don't have any photos at all, I'm gone. I like a mix of pro and selfies, the latter so I can see what you really look like. A video is fine, too. I really like the new trend of girls posting gifs in their ads.
Hey Gemma, I have always hated photo shoots so I got a little stand and remote shutter for my iphone - and some free photo editing software - and I've been able to take and edit my own pictures since. I'm happy with the results and have yet to hear any complaints. 
xo - M.
...and they do look great!
... photos are well composed, well lit, and well edited, then I prefer professional photos. Of course, there might be a little bias on my part. :P
Selfies do serve a purpose if done well, but probably not for an ad or personal website, IMHO. It could give potential clients a sense of a provider's disregard or nonchalant attitude for her professionalism/business.
But if possible, I think pics that reflect your persona are greaaaaat !
I like professional shots because I am buying into a fantasy, but a few selfies to add a little reality will keep me from being disappointed when I arrive.
I got great advice now and you got great 4 years ago! 
Steph xoxo
I just said on my twitter that I need to post more pictures of me fully clothed...But a girl loves her panties and bra...especially when the bra is the first to come off....COMFY
Profession photos business expense make rate go up.
Pictures play a huge role in this industry. I have a photo shoot every 3 to 4 months with some wonderful photographers. With photoshop yes it does occur but to fix a few things and not overdo it is very important. I take my own pictures here and there and post on my ads but have mostly professional pictures done. I actually enjoy shooting as well. To me it is super sexy to get ready for a shoot and wear sexy lingerie and get all dolled up. Hope it goes great for you.
