johnkphotos

as a 16 year old looks like I'm on the right track to become an astronaut!

To those of you who have previously flown in space: What's one part of the entire process (selection, training, launch, time in space) that was surprisingly more difficult than you expected -- and what advice about that challenge would you give to the astronauts conducting their first spaceflight?

As a launch photographer at the Cape, I'm particularly looking forward to seeing Americans launch again from American soil. I cannot wait to view and photograph you guys launch in that not-too-distant future. Congratulations on your selections!

-- John Kraus

Hey man! I applaud your effort to complete your journey. Mad props.

Do you get to camp out where it's super dark? How's seeing so many stars at night? I'm a photographer and have tried to get away from Florida's light pollution but it's tough.

What's the closest you've come to quitting?

that's awesome man.

if you've got the cash, you should pick up a used DSLR along the way and a book on photography basics- document your journey with some nice gear.

only 5 to the ISS? you mean the hubble? lol