Print Ekmab 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Romper' by DearType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, album art, rugged, playful, handmade, grungy, casual, handmade feel, textured impact, casual display, diy character, rough-edged, chunky, uneven, blunt, textured.
A heavy, hand-drawn print face with thick, blunt strokes and visibly rough outer contours. Letterforms are compact and slightly irregular, with uneven edges that suggest dry brush or marker texture rather than clean vector geometry. Curves are simplified and somewhat squared-off, counters are small, and terminals tend to end abruptly, creating a sturdy, blocky silhouette. Spacing and widths vary modestly from glyph to glyph, reinforcing an organic, handmade rhythm while remaining consistently upright and readable.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, headings, labels, and packaging where texture and personality are desirable. It can also work well for playful branding, event graphics, and merchandise-style applications, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the rough contours are legible and intentional.
The overall tone is scrappy and energetic, with a friendly messiness that feels informal and human. Its rough texture adds attitude and a slightly gritty, DIY character without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to capture an expressive, hand-rendered look with strong ink presence and imperfect edges, prioritizing personality and impact over polished precision. It aims to evoke a DIY, crafted feel while staying clear enough for display typography.
Uppercase shapes read as compact and poster-like, while lowercase maintains a simple, single-storey, handwritten logic. Numerals are bold and chunky, matching the alphabet’s blunt terminals and uneven edges for a cohesive, stamped/painted feel.