Build a site, get your link trades set up.
Build a few galleries with only links back to your main site.
Submit the gallery to as many TGP's as possible.
This will give your main site a few K to start your trades.
You can also try to get your main site listed on a Link site (dont hold your breath) Such as Tommys, Luciano's, Persian Kitty, Green Guy, etc.
Mybee even try a banner exchange program or two.
In time the Search Engine traffic, and your Bookmarkers will pick up too
All should be bringing traffic back into your main site, which can then be circulated through your trades. Within the traffic circle, many will be directed to your sponsor (s) of choice. And thus Sign Ups
Sound like a plan Yo?