Print Ihmow 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, social media, quotes, headlines, friendly, casual, playful, lively, handmade, handmade feel, friendly tone, energetic motion, casual display, brushy, rounded, soft, bouncy, expressive.
A right-leaning, brush-pen style with smooth, rounded terminals and subtly tapered strokes that suggest pressure changes. Letterforms are compact and slightly irregular in width, creating a lively rhythm while staying visually consistent across the set. Curves are broad and open, counters are generous, and joins feel soft rather than sharp; many shapes have a single-stroke, painted look with occasional swelling on curves and downstrokes. The overall texture is dark and even, with clear silhouettes and a steady baseline despite the informal motion.
Works best for short to medium-length text where personality is a priority: posters, packaging callouts, social graphics, invites, and quote treatments. It also suits casual branding elements such as café menus, product labels, and promotional headlines where a friendly handwritten tone supports the message.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a conversational, note-to-self energy. Its brushy slant and rounded forms give it a warm, personable tone that feels spontaneous without becoming messy. The overall impression is cheerful and informal, suitable for messaging that wants to feel human and energetic.
Likely intended to mimic quick brush handwriting with a controlled, repeatable texture—capturing the spontaneity of marker or brush lettering while remaining clean enough for everyday display use. The design prioritizes warmth, motion, and readability over strict geometric precision.
Capitals are simplified and bold in silhouette, helping them stand out in short phrases and headlines, while lowercase maintains a quick, handwritten cadence. Numerals match the same painted, slanted construction and maintain strong legibility in isolation. The italic motion is integral to the design, so the face naturally creates forward momentum in lines of text.