Karri Brantley Photography captures Space Shuttle Endeavor in Los Angeles.

As most of the world knows, Space Shuttle Endeavor has retired and recently made its final journey across America to the Los Angeles Space & Air Museum, where it will be on display for the world to see. There was a lot of buzz going around the country as NASA was flying this space shuttle on top of an airplane flying from state to state. Especially here in LA, it was exciting to know that there was a chance to see it flying in the air. While making the journey on its last day from San Francisco, every media outlet gave its audience a play by play of the anticipated arrival here in LA. I happen to have been Tweeting when I noticed people around town documenting their 'best viewing' spots beginning at the crack of dawn around town. Bummer. Well, it was around 11:30 ish, so I know it was a bit too late to fight the massive crowds around the area to get a good view. Most were up by The Griffith Observatory, which I can see from my house, but I knew there was NO way to attempt to drive up at this late in the game. So, I quickly decided to grab my camera & 70-200 mm lens and perch outside in the comforts of my driveway.....just in case I was lucky enough to have the perfect view of the shuttle.

I was listening to the radio outside on my iPhone, Nikon camera in hand, ready to get a possible glance at the sight of this very rare vision. When all of a sudden, I heard a loud plane approaching {this is no real surprise, as Hollywood is always bustling with helicopters, sirens, and planes everywhere} somewhere, I couldn't place where it was coming from.....THEN OUT OF KNOW WHERE.... THIS FLASHED BEFORE MY EYES......

I couldn't believe I actually captured this. There are two fighter jets behind the shuttle. It was a sight to see and I actually teared up as I knew I was witnessing some incredible history & was honored to see it in my very own front yard. Not only did I get to see this shot, but the crew then circled around the area 2 additional times! I was shouting for joy and my shutter was going 900 miles a minute, hoping to get something. These images below are what I was able to capture in such a brief time. What an incredible opportunity. Everyone in the neighborhood came out of their houses to experience this and it was a great bonding moment for all of us! And when it was all done, we didn't have to fight traffic or crowds or what have you. Truly a wonderful blessing.