The document describes two photographers' experiences taking early memorable photos. The first photographer describes taking a photo of a sunset over a bridge in Memphis using a film camera. After having the photo enlarged, they realized it was not very sharp due to camera movement from using a slow shutter speed without a tripod. They learned the importance of using a tripod for low-light photos. The second photographer describes taking an overexposed photo of their cat and neighbor's dog interacting. With darkroom work, they turned it into an award-winning photo but learned to check camera settings before shooting. Both photographers discuss the lessons they learned about patience, preparation, and camera technique from their early photo experiences.