Zamir Yushayev

Zamir Tagirovich Yushaev (Russian: Зами́р Таги́рович Юша́ев, born 22 April 1965, Khasavyurt, Dagestan ASSR, RSFSR, USSR) is a Chechen artist currently residing in Leipzig, Germany. He is a member of the German Artists' Union. Also in 1999, he became a member of the German Artists' Union.

Style and works Yushaev's artistic expression is rooted in surrealism and, more recently, performance art. His paintings can be found in private and public collections worldwide, including Austria, Brazil, Germany, Denmark, France, Japan, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, the Czech Republic, the United States, and elsewhere.

His work has garnered considerable acclaim, attracting clients such as Angelina Jolie, Montserrat Caballé, and various Russian politicians and businessmen. He positions himself as a representative of the Chechen people both through his art and by donning Circassian clothing. Chechen often features in his works.

Aside from his artistic pursuits, Yushaev holds a black belt in karate and participates in martial arts competitions.