​Hello! I'm Lisa  Waterman Gray, a freelance writer and photographer from the Kansas City area. I write about and photograph must-visit destinations, culinary finds, and eco-friendly lodging that will engage and delight readers. I also craft personal and business profiles of fascinating people. 

​I've worked with international, national, Midwestern, and Kansas City print and online clients, I also provide editing services, and create marketing copy. 

Need a speaker? I've worked with students, tourism professionals and civic groups. Check out several of my radio and TV interviews:
- FOX 4 Kansas City (about my book; see below)
- KKFI radio (at 6.35 to 27 minutes)
- Wanderlust and Gusto/BlogTalkRadio (2:25-19 minutes)
-EverydayKC/BlogTalkRadio

"We were fortunate to have Lisa Waterman Gray speak to our Kansas City Delta Gamma Alumnae Group. Lisa came with a PowerPoint presentation highlighting her Kansas travels…and brought the travel guide to life. Lisa was a wonderful speaker and a great ambassador for the state."
                                                      - Caryll Schultz, member
  Recent Stories
► Visit my YouTube channel 
to view more than 60 slideshows depicting my travels. 
             Above: Grinter's Sunflower Farm near Lawrence, KS. 
             Below: North Padre island, TX sunrise
             Bottom: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta                        
The Countryman Press/W.W. Norton published my book, An Explorer's Guide: Kansas, in June 2011. It features approximately 400 pages and 130+ author photos. Purchase this travel guide through Amazon or bookstores.
► Purchase at Amazon.com 
► FOX 4 Explorer's Guide: Kansas Interview
​       (a television interview)
"Even though I'm a born and bred Kansan, I'm learning so much that I didn't know… You make me want to get in my car and drive!"
 - Cisley Thummel, book reviewer, 435 South Magazine