Print Penes 2 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, playful, retro, expressive, casual, lively, hand-lettered feel, display impact, retro flavor, informal tone, energetic rhythm, brushy, oblique, chunky, rounded, bouncy.
A slanted, brush-like print face with chunky strokes and noticeably uneven, hand-driven edge tension. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with rounded terminals and soft wedge-like joins that suggest a broad, fast marker or brush. Contrast is pronounced across curves and diagonals, and the rhythm is lively with subtle per-glyph irregularities that keep counters and widths from feeling mechanical. Lowercase forms sit relatively low with compact bowls and short ascenders/descenders, while capitals are stout and emphatic; numerals follow the same energetic, stroke-led construction.
This style suits display typography where character is the priority: posters, splashy headlines, storefront-style signage, packaging, and brand marks that want an approachable, handcrafted feel. It can also work well for pull quotes or short promotional lines, especially when paired with a calmer text face for longer reading.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a mid-century, sign-painting flavor that feels friendly and a bit theatrical. Its forward lean and punchy weight create a sense of motion and confidence, lending a witty, personable voice to headlines and short statements.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-lettered print with a bold, brushy texture and a consistent rightward slant. It prioritizes visual personality and momentum over strict uniformity, aiming for eye-catching, friendly display performance.
The glyphs maintain consistent slant and weight while preserving handmade variation, which helps it read as intentionally crafted rather than rigidly geometric. Tight internal spacing and strong stroke modulation make it most impactful when given room to breathe at display sizes.