Solid Anky 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, branding, packaging, playful, modular, retro, quirky, graphic, geometric modularity, silhouette impact, playful display, retro flavor, geometric, stencil-like, cutout, angular, circular.
A highly geometric display face built from a small set of bold primitives—circles, semicircles, triangles, and straight stems—combined into letterforms with frequent cut-ins and collapsed counters. Many glyphs use filled bowls and notched joins, producing a cutout/stencil-like construction where interior space is minimized or removed. Curves are clean and circular, while diagonals and terminals often resolve into sharp triangular points, giving the alphabet a rhythmic alternation between round and angular shapes. Proportions vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, with some letters appearing wider and others more compact, reinforcing an intentionally irregular, assembled feel.
Best suited for display settings such as posters, headlines, packaging, and brand marks where its bold silhouettes and modular geometry can lead the composition. It works particularly well when used sparingly for short phrases, titles, or identity elements rather than dense text.
The overall tone is playful and graphic, with a mid-century/retro sensibility reminiscent of signage, toy-like lettering, and experimental poster typography. The strong black shapes and quirky counter treatment create a punchy, attention-grabbing voice that feels more illustrative than typographic.
The likely intention is to create a cohesive, experimental alphabet from simple geometric modules, prioritizing silhouette impact and stylistic character over conventional counterforms. By collapsing interiors and using strong cutouts, the design aims for immediate recognizability and a distinctive, graphic presence.
The design relies on high visual mass and simplified internal structure, so individual characters read best at larger sizes where the notches and cut-ins are clearly distinguishable. The numerals follow the same shape logic, mixing circular forms with sharp triangular strokes for a cohesive, icon-like set.