About the Author

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Brian Hayden is a lifelong Buffalonian with a passion for travel and storytelling. His background in journalism, history, and destination marketing - including roles at Visit Buffalo Niagara and The Buffalo History Museum - have given him a rich perspective on all that Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Western New York have to offer. Jesse Pitzler started his journey as a photographer and cinematographer in Seattle after separating from the Marine Corps. He moved to Austin in 2017 to finish his education, and he completed his first book 111 Places in Austin That You Must Not Miss. He has traveled across the United States, creating beautiful visuals for various mediums. Now living near Buffalo, Jesse is continuing to share his perspective in Western New York, one photo at a time, and he has completed his second book 111 Places in Buffalo That You Must Not Miss.