Find out about digital photography. Check your local computer store to see if they sell digital cameras. Learn about the different cameras. Not with conventional cameras that react to light. You can however with infrared film.
Infrared film is used extensively in aerial photography.
Find out how ecologists, botanists, and people concerned with energy efficiency use infrared photography in their line of work. See if a camera shop in your area sells infrared film and how much it costs. Create a photo album for yourself or your family. You can use your own photographs or others from your home. Offer to photograph a holiday or special event for younger children, senior citizens, a church group, or shelter.