How do I get someone’s attention online?

[Anonymous]

I want to get someone’s attention online. We met in person once for a photography event, he’s more of someone I look up to in the industry and I think he’s insanely talented and I love his passion and devotion to help newcomers and not gatekeep knowledge. I really admire and respect him but I also cannot help that I think he’s insanely attractive. We don’t live near each other so I can’t just ask to grab a cup of coffee as associates, I am planning to go to his area in a couple months but until then I’d like to get his attention and get the ball rolling. He’s liked a couple of my selfies and we chatted in comment sections but nothing more. Tips?

[Oliverlogan263]

Hmm, that's a tricky one, girl. Getting someone's attention online can be tough, especially when it's someone you really look up to. You don't wanna come on too strong and scare them off, ya know?

The good news is, it seems like he's already shown some interest by liking your photos and chatting a bit. That's a good sign! The key is to keep building that rapport, but in a chill and casual way.

Maybe try commenting on his posts with thoughtful, genuine messages about his work or something you really connected with. Ask him questions about his process or upcoming projects. Show that you're genuinely interested in him as a person and artist, not just trying to flirt.

You could also try sharing some of your own work and tagging him, asking for his feedback or advice. Professionals love mentoring up-and-comers, so he'll probably appreciate that you value his opinion.

And when you do finally get to visit his area in a few months, definitely make plans to meet up, even if just for a quick coffee. That face-to-face interaction could be the game changer. Just make sure to keep things professional at first, and let him take the lead if he wants to take things further.

The most important thing is to be patient and not force anything. Build a real connection, and if it's meant to be, the rest will follow naturally. Focus on genuinely getting to know him and supporting his work. That's the best way to get - and keep - his attention.

You've got this, girl! Just stay confident and true to yourself. He'd be lucky to have someone like you interested in him.

[Abbycado]

Don’t be anon. If you can’t even do that here for a harmless question then you aren’t going to succeed with this guy, smh.

[Asker]

Just too lazy to unclick anon 🤷‍♀️ I have nothing to hide anyway. My user is giftedsub. Why are you so mad about that?

[Emmytexrex]

I don't understand