Have you ever been watching the news and seen a picture or movie taken by a bystander? They are more common now that many people have mobile phone cameras. Did you realise the photos are worth a lot of money. If you are on the scene of a newsworthy story and get a picture the news services will pay for your pictures.

Aside from the possibility of a moment of celebrity you can have the satisfaction of showing your friends the original pictures. You may even be able to get funny pictures for the funniest home video show.

You should get in the habit of carrying your camera and taking lots of photos. They cost nothing to take and if you don’t like them you can just delete them. In the meantime, you are learning about photography, having fun and taking an interest in the world around you.