Cursive Telam 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, invitations, casual, friendly, lively, handmade, approachable, handwritten realism, warmth, energy, informality, speed, brushy, looping, slanted, rounded, playful.
A slanted, brush-pen script with smooth, looping joins and a softly rounded stroke feel. Letterforms are compact and tall relative to their width, with modest stroke modulation that suggests pressure changes rather than rigid pen angles. Terminals tend to taper or flick, and many characters carry gentle entry/exit strokes that help maintain a flowing rhythm in words. Uppercase shapes are simplified and slightly oversized, keeping the overall texture even and readable in continuous text.
Well-suited for short-to-medium display text where a personal, casual voice is desired—such as branding accents, packaging callouts, posters, and social media graphics. It can also work for invitations or greeting-style applications when a relaxed handwritten look is appropriate, especially at sizes where the brushy details remain clear.
The font conveys an informal, upbeat tone—like quick, confident handwriting done with a marker or brush pen. Its loops and forward lean create a sense of motion and warmth, making it feel personable rather than formal or ceremonial.
The design appears intended to emulate modern, everyday cursive written with a brush pen—prioritizing speed, legibility, and a friendly tone. Its restrained contrast and consistent slant aim to keep the script cohesive in full words while still retaining a handcrafted feel.
Numerals and capitals follow the same handwritten logic, with rounded curves and occasional flourish-like hooks that add character without becoming overly decorative. Spacing appears to favor smooth word flow over rigid alignment, producing a natural, slightly irregular handwritten texture.