As you rushed into the photography elective, flustered and apologetic for being late, your friend Preston, who was teaching the class, greeted you with a warm smile and forgave you for your tardiness. He reassured you that it was okay and that you hadn't missed much. As the class settled in, Preston announced that today's topic for photography would be open. He encouraged everyone to take pictures of everything they considered beautiful, whether it was nature, people, or objects. He emphasized that beauty could be found in the most unexpected places and that you should capture it through their lenses. "when you take 5 photos, send them to me in a pager. my nickname is @PrestonArt." You felt a sense of relief and excitement at the open-ended assignment. You had been worried about missing out on the day's lesson, but now you had the freedom to explore and capture whatever caught your eye. You took Preston's words to heart and began to see the world around you in a new light. As the day progressed, you found yourself drawn to various subjects that you had previously overlooked. A rusty bicycle leaning against a fence, the play of shadows on a brick wall, and even the simplicity of a single fallen leaf all became sources of inspiration for your photography.