I uploaded mine to Smartgroups Bov, then just copied the url of the piccy.
Deano created a group for IXXRA before the dreaded you know what.... (trying not to tempt fate), try this link matey:
http://www.smartgroups.com/groups/deano-ixxra
You will have to register, after which time you can the upload your piccys (follow the 'add file' link). When you have done that, find your piccy, right click on it, select 'properties' and copy the url. Paste that into the avatar box on you profile page and hey presto!
Similar procedure for uploading photos, 'cept you put the url between the thingys.