Collecting pictures

Pictures sometimes convey more than words do. That is why they have an irresistible appeal and most people love to collect them. You too can start a picture collection if you like.

Sources

You can collect pictures on virtually any topic imaginable. Pictures can be cut from magazines, pamphlets and newspapers or they can be printed from the computer.But before cutting any pictures from a magazine or a newspaper make sure that everyone has read it and that nobody else needs it. Also don’t spoil any books for the sake of adding a new picture to your collection.

Some great ideas

Pictures have lots of uses. They not only add colour to your homework assignments and projects but also make them more interesting.You could also make a picture book for your younger siblings. This will not only keep them busy but also earn the praise of your mom. You could donate some handmade picture books to an orphanage and bring sunshine in the lives of other children too.Or make a collage. Just stick the pictures that interest you on a chart paper in a haphazard way and see how beautiful your collage looks once it is finished. Put it on your side table or hang it on your bedroom wall for all to see and admire.Pictures might also come handy if you make your cards by hand. Choose pictures which best describe your feelings or which are suitable for the occasion and paste them on your card. Write some poetry or quote and give it to a loved one.Classify your pictures in broad categories like animals, flowers, people etc. and paste them in separate scrapbooks. This could be a good pastime and will ensure that your pictures remains safe.Otherwise, hold an exhibition of your collection and invite family members, friends and loved ones to see and share your cherished pictures.

Advantages

This hobby is quite inexpensive and you don’t require much material for it. All you need is scissors, glue, old magazines, a folder to keep pictures in a scrap book, imagination and some great ideas!Moreover, it can be pursued by teenagers as well as younger children and is not at all difficult. It will also guarantee many happy hours.So arm yourself with a pair of scissors and attack some old magazines and newspapers. Happy collecting!

(Saadia Daud)