the developed 4x6's using digital is just impossible No, not really impossible. If that is the only issue. 'Course, if teacher has bug up butt about only using film you are stuck. Most large photo stores, or even Kinkos, can make prints from jpeg files. For 12 4X6's it should not be expensive. Call first. You did not answer if this requirement is only for the first assignment, or if it is an ongoing requirement. Seems if you are using Photoshop, digital camera would be one of the best solutions... You did not say how much time you have to complete this assignment. Sharing still seems like a good way to make some friends in the class.