Serif Normal Bomoh 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cooper BT' by Bitstream, 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Northlake' by Komet & Flicker, 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype, and 'Cooper BT' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book covers, posters, packaging, editorial, warm, storybook, traditional, friendly, confident, warmth, readability, traditional voice, display impact, bracketed, ball terminals, soft serifs, rounded joins, compact.
A sturdy serif with heavy, softly contoured strokes and minimal contrast, giving letters a dense, even color on the page. Serifs are clearly present but rounded and bracketed, often widening into teardrop-like ends that smooth transitions and avoid sharp corners. Counters are relatively tight and proportions feel compact, with a slightly bouncy rhythm created by curved joins and bulbous terminals. The overall drawing favors broad curves and softened edges, producing a robust, ink-friendly silhouette in both the uppercase and lowercase.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and short editorial passages where a strong, classic serif voice is needed. It can work effectively for book covers, posters, and packaging that benefit from warmth and readability at moderate-to-large sizes, especially when a traditional feel is desired without sharp, high-contrast elegance.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a classic, slightly whimsical flavor reminiscent of printed headings in traditional publishing. Its rounded terminals and confident weight read as friendly and reassuring rather than formal or austere, lending a comfortable, human feel to short passages and display lines.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional serif structure with a heavier, softer finish—prioritizing an even texture, sturdy presence, and a welcoming character. Its rounded, bracketed detailing suggests an aim toward comfortable readability and a familiar printed sensibility in display and titling contexts.
Numerals match the letters in weight and softness, with rounded shaping that keeps them cohesive in headlines. The design’s strong black presence and compact spacing tendencies suggest it will look best where a solid typographic voice is desired, rather than airy, delicate typography.