Ernie Stripling is a fine art landscape photographer based in Texas, known for capturing the vivid color, depth, and atmosphere of the American West. His work is inspired by the striking terrain of Utah, Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington, where dramatic light and bold natural forms create a sense of timeless beauty.
▪Sunset at Cedar Breaks National Monument, Share the Experience, National Park Foundation, 2017
▪ Zion National Park, Share the Experience, National Park Foundation, 2017
▪Above the Clouds Mt. Nebo, Forest Service Ouachita & Ozark-St. Francis National Forests, 2017
▪ Petite Jean Water Fall, Forest Service Ouachita & Ozark-St. Francis National Forests, 2017
▪Whitaker Point (Hawksbill), Forest Service Ouachita & Ozark-St. Francis National Forests, 2017
▪Turtle Rock at Dripping Springs, Photographers Forum, Best of Photography, 2016
▪Above the Clouds Mt. Nebo, IPA Top 100 International Photographers, The Fifth Annual Exposure Award “The Landscape Collection”, 2015 Collection toured the Louvre and Moscow
▪ Girl with the Bike Helmet, Art Takes Miami, 2015
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
▪ PPA, Professional Photographers Association
▪ VAST, Visual Arts Society of Texas
▪ TVAA, Texas Visual Arts Association
▪ AIGA, American Institute of Graphic Arts
Ernie Stripling and his wife, Angie, have shared life together for over 20 years and call the Bell Avenue Historic District in Denton, Texas home. Together, they have thoughtfully restored a historic house, embracing the timeless charm and character of this vibrant county seat and college town.
Their life is centered on a shared faith in God, a love of travel, and a pursuit of meaningful experiences. They are especially known for their genuine joy during the Christmas season, when they step into the roles of Santa and Mrs. Claus—creating lasting memories and bringing warmth and delight to those around them.