Photos are helpful and make it so much fun. They don't have to be high resolution or anything like that. And if you have to wait on that it is fine. maybe a friend can take one with their phone and email it to you..
Also if you feel nervous or insecure about joining the trade then you are exactly the person that should be joining. It is a great way to get involved and learn and everyone just has a plain ole' good time...
even the oldbies we won't mention any names tho...