The Son of Alwin Pitzner and Alice Pitzner of Winnetka, Illinois, Al was a well-known commercial photographer who attended Dartmouth College and the Art Center College of design. After finishing his studies at Art Center, Al was employed by Cessna Aircraft which later became one of his many clients when he opened Al Pitzner Photography in Wichita, Kansas in the early 1970’s. He went on to create memorable work and creative works for clients like Lear Jet, Beachcraft, Pizza Hut, Colman, and Donald Pliner. Al’s artistic work appeared in publications across the United States, and won numerous awards for creative excellence.
Known for his engaging personality and kind and friendly nature, he was always quick to make friends and never missed an opportunity to do so. In his later years he focused on creative work producing an array of images that explored the unique nature of found things and the hidden beauty of the natural environment.
Having lost his wife of over 40 years, Violet, in 2001, he is survived by son Alfred, and daughter Alicia and their respective families.
