This is from a fashion photography perspective. I've start taking photos for over 5 years. I slowly gained recognition in my area and a lot of agencies, models, industry people, etc. started to recognize my name. I've stopped because I had a bit of burnout, and Covid stopped me from taking photos of people with a team.

To start gaining recognition, you need to start producing a ton of work, a ton. You also have to think critically about your work and constantly look to improve. Look at a ton of art for inspiration. Basically look at a lot of art, and produce a lot of art.

Then you need to start showing off your best work everywhere, be active in all the social media, create a Website, etc.

If your stuff is good enough, you will start getting recognition. It won't be overnight. These days, especially with social media, there are tons of work of every kind. You need to have both quantity and quality (maybe even gimmicky) to stand out.

Also, start networking with other people in the industry. In my genre, I reached out to makeup artists, stylists, models, other photographers, etc.