Mr. Derek Koffi-Ziter

Derek Koffi-Ziter is a Berkshires native and a former BART student. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from New York University and works across a range of artistic mediums, from traditional media to digital art. While attending NYU, Derek studied French in Paris, German in Berlin, and Spanish in Buenos Aires. In addition to his work as an artist, he is a trained cosmetologist who enjoys experimenting with hair and nail design.

 

Derek is passionate about cooking, gardening, and reading. He spends his free time traveling, exploring museums, live music, and spending time with friends and family. A lifelong animal lover, Derek also rescues abandoned cats with his mom.