its CAN happen provided you adhere strictly to the Joe Nikon Principles and ensure you recharge the phone within one hour of use- this window of opportunity makes all the difference. Too many beginners get in front of the mirror and take pictures for hours on end- but they have to realise pics don't develop when you are shooting but when you are resting - if I could give my advice it would be for beginners to start off with a full body shoot two to three times a week. And don't make it too complicated.
Also if you really have to seek out the bloke with the biggest camera down the photography club- he'll never sell you bunk film and will be able to ensure you get good advice from day one.