If I were a taller than average guy I would totally be into a girl who played basketball. Some guys might be a little intimidated by your athleticism, but for the right type of guy who has enough confidence in himself it will be a major turn-on.
What you likely need though is to be less...
I think it's because 'art' is one of the few memes which actually is allowed the privilege of benefiting from negative emotional responses. What other occupation besides 'art' and 'media' can you drive people crazy and be paid for it? In most occupations, feeling shocked, uncomfortable, or...