4 Sites Every Graphic Designer Should Bookmark
Looking for authentic inspiration beyond endless social media scrolling?
We’ve selected 4 digital platforms that offer a good selection of contemporary design — from archival gems to curated references and professional networks:
1. Deziiign.com
2. Fonts In Use
3. Fuse.Kiwi
4. Design Reviewed
Explore, learn, and find your inspiration!
#DAFESInspo
Looking for authentic inspiration beyond endless social media scrolling?
We’ve selected 4 digital platforms that offer a good selection of contemporary design — from archival gems to curated references and professional networks:
1. Deziiign.com
2. Fonts In Use
3. Fuse.Kiwi
4. Design Reviewed
Explore, learn, and find your inspiration!
#DAFESInspo
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DAFES CHOICE: MAY 2025
Welcome the winners of DAFES selection for May 2025:
I Place:
"Jonas Mekas. The Biography", Yana Yurasova.
A poetic and thoughtful tribute to the founder of the “diary cinema” genre.
"Chernobylnik: A Chronology of the Chernobyl Accident",Elizaveta Makedonskaya.
A deeply researched timeline of the catastrophe, documented with clarity and precision.
II Place:
"THEREMIN: The Invention and the Inventor", Maria Lychyeva.
A visual journey through the life of Lev Termen and his famous invention.
"RAP", Aisylu Galiyeva.
An exploration of the unique poetics of Russian rap.
"Belyaevo Encyclopedia", Polina Zherebtsova.
An encyclopedic series about the Moscow district of Belyaevo — its architecture, spirit, and memory.
III Place:
”The USSR: the Workers’ State”, Sofiya Eristavi.
A publication about the key urban-forming industrial enterprises of the USSR.
Want to be next?
Upload your work on Deziiign.com and become a future winner of DAFES Choice.
#DAFESChoice
Welcome the winners of DAFES selection for May 2025:
I Place:
"Jonas Mekas. The Biography", Yana Yurasova.
A poetic and thoughtful tribute to the founder of the “diary cinema” genre.
"Chernobylnik: A Chronology of the Chernobyl Accident",Elizaveta Makedonskaya.
A deeply researched timeline of the catastrophe, documented with clarity and precision.
II Place:
"THEREMIN: The Invention and the Inventor", Maria Lychyeva.
A visual journey through the life of Lev Termen and his famous invention.
"RAP", Aisylu Galiyeva.
An exploration of the unique poetics of Russian rap.
"Belyaevo Encyclopedia", Polina Zherebtsova.
An encyclopedic series about the Moscow district of Belyaevo — its architecture, spirit, and memory.
III Place:
”The USSR: the Workers’ State”, Sofiya Eristavi.
A publication about the key urban-forming industrial enterprises of the USSR.
Want to be next?
Upload your work on Deziiign.com and become a future winner of DAFES Choice.
#DAFESChoice
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WEEK NEWS DIGEST
This week, the fashion world has been shaken by a trio of scandals that spark urgent questions about cultural appropriation, labour ethics, and the counterfeit market:
1. Prada vs. Indian Heritage
Prada drew criticism from Indian artisans and officials after showing footwear resembling Kolhapuri sandals (traditional Indian shoes) during their recent show in Milan. The brand acknowledged its references and has now promised a collaboration with Indian craftsmen.
2. Loro Piana’s Labour Scandal
Known for its luxury cashmere and commitment to quality and craft, Loro Piana is now under investigation in Italy. Prosecutors claim that its garments were produced in illegal workshops near Milan by underpaid Chinese workers.
3. ‘Superfakes’
The Wall Street Journal unveiled a growing black market of hyperrealistic fake Hermes and LV handbags, sold via messengers. The quality is so high that a fake bag can only be distinguished from the original ones by X-ray!
#DAFESNewsDigest
This week, the fashion world has been shaken by a trio of scandals that spark urgent questions about cultural appropriation, labour ethics, and the counterfeit market:
1. Prada vs. Indian Heritage
Prada drew criticism from Indian artisans and officials after showing footwear resembling Kolhapuri sandals (traditional Indian shoes) during their recent show in Milan. The brand acknowledged its references and has now promised a collaboration with Indian craftsmen.
2. Loro Piana’s Labour Scandal
Known for its luxury cashmere and commitment to quality and craft, Loro Piana is now under investigation in Italy. Prosecutors claim that its garments were produced in illegal workshops near Milan by underpaid Chinese workers.
3. ‘Superfakes’
The Wall Street Journal unveiled a growing black market of hyperrealistic fake Hermes and LV handbags, sold via messengers. The quality is so high that a fake bag can only be distinguished from the original ones by X-ray!
#DAFESNewsDigest
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WEEKEND WATCH RECOMMENDATION
This weekend, we recommend watching the documentary Helvetica — a film that dives deep into the most iconic typeface of the 20th century.
At first glance, a documentary about typography may not sound very entertaining. But Helvetica defies expectations: it is full of insightful interviews with renowned designers, elegant visuals, and interesting facts about the design history.
The film explores how Helvetica cleaned up the visual clutter of the 1950s — replacing chaotic handwritten signs and crammed cursive with structured, balanced forms. It’s a thoughtful examination of how something as seemingly “invisible” as a font can influence culture, commerce, and communication.
From subway signage to corporate logos, Helvetica is everywhere — and this film shows us why.
#WeekendRecommendation
This weekend, we recommend watching the documentary Helvetica — a film that dives deep into the most iconic typeface of the 20th century.
At first glance, a documentary about typography may not sound very entertaining. But Helvetica defies expectations: it is full of insightful interviews with renowned designers, elegant visuals, and interesting facts about the design history.
The film explores how Helvetica cleaned up the visual clutter of the 1950s — replacing chaotic handwritten signs and crammed cursive with structured, balanced forms. It’s a thoughtful examination of how something as seemingly “invisible” as a font can influence culture, commerce, and communication.
From subway signage to corporate logos, Helvetica is everywhere — and this film shows us why.
#WeekendRecommendation
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Meet Belka — a flying robot designed to perform routine tasks aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This compact assistant blends friendly ergonomics with advanced tech, and complete autonomy in zero-gravity mode. The Ground Control Interface offers real-time dashboards, monitoring, video logging, and mission reports for Earth-based operators.
Belka's key features:
— Soft outer elements for safety;
— Main functions controlled via touchscreen, with mechanical backups for reliability;
— Built with 3D printing using certified materials for space;
— Equipped with BelkaOS, an intuitive system inspired by mobile OS logic, minimizing the learning process.
Developed since 2023, Belka is scheduled to launch in early 2027.
Want to be featured next?
Upload your project to deziiign.com for a chance to be selected in the DAFES CHOICE nomination!
#DAFESCHOICE #DAFESNewsDigest #DAFESTalents
Belka's key features:
— Soft outer elements for safety;
— Main functions controlled via touchscreen, with mechanical backups for reliability;
— Built with 3D printing using certified materials for space;
— Equipped with BelkaOS, an intuitive system inspired by mobile OS logic, minimizing the learning process.
Developed since 2023, Belka is scheduled to launch in early 2027.
Want to be featured next?
Upload your project to deziiign.com for a chance to be selected in the DAFES CHOICE nomination!
#DAFESCHOICE #DAFESNewsDigest #DAFESTalents
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MASTERS OF THE MEDIUM: DAVID HOCKNEY
David Hockney (1937) is a living legend who shaped the visual language of the 20th and 21st centuries. Known for his bold use of colour, light, and tech, he still paints daily — even in his late eighties.
Born in Bradford, England, Hockney relocated to the sun-soaked Los Angeles of the 1960s, and it sparked his most iconic swimming pool series — vibrant studies of light, joy, and freedom.
Portraiture, especially of pairs, became central to his work, capturing subtle emotional tensions.
From Polaroid mosaics (joiners) to iPad drawings, Hockney constantly reinvents his tools, proving artistry lies not in the medium, but in the eye.
On the cover: David Hockney with his self-portrait “Play within a Play within a Play, and Me with a Cigarette”, 2024–2025
#DAFESLearning
David Hockney (1937) is a living legend who shaped the visual language of the 20th and 21st centuries. Known for his bold use of colour, light, and tech, he still paints daily — even in his late eighties.
Born in Bradford, England, Hockney relocated to the sun-soaked Los Angeles of the 1960s, and it sparked his most iconic swimming pool series — vibrant studies of light, joy, and freedom.
Portraiture, especially of pairs, became central to his work, capturing subtle emotional tensions.
From Polaroid mosaics (joiners) to iPad drawings, Hockney constantly reinvents his tools, proving artistry lies not in the medium, but in the eye.
On the cover: David Hockney with his self-portrait “Play within a Play within a Play, and Me with a Cigarette”, 2024–2025
#DAFESLearning
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