Print Elbu 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, book covers, headlines, branding, rustic, handmade, worn, edgy, expressive, handmade texture, rugged display, informal voice, tactile look, dry brush, ragged, textured, irregular, organic.
A hand-drawn, print-style face with dry, ragged strokes and a visibly textured edge that suggests a brush or rough marker. Letterforms are generally upright with narrow proportions and slightly uneven widths, creating an organic rhythm across lines of text. Strokes show subtle contrast and frequent tapering, with irregular terminals, occasional blots, and small inconsistencies that reinforce the handmade character. Counters are open and shapes stay legible at text sizes, while the overall texture remains prominent.
Well-suited for display applications where tactile texture and a handmade feel are desirable, such as posters, packaging, labels, and book covers. It can work for short-to-medium headlines or pull quotes, and for branding that aims for an artisanal or rugged look; for longer text, the strong texture is best used at comfortable sizes with ample line spacing.
The font conveys a rustic, worn-in tone—informal and a bit gritty, like handmade signage or distressed lettering. Its uneven stroke behavior adds energy and personality, lending an expressive, slightly edgy feel without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to mimic informal hand lettering made with a dry brush or worn marker, prioritizing authentic irregularity and surface texture over geometric precision. It aims to provide a legible print structure while preserving the spontaneity and imperfections of drawn strokes.
Spacing appears moderately loose in the sample, allowing the textured outlines to breathe and preventing the rough edges from clogging. Capitals feel sturdy and slightly condensed, while lowercase retains a casual, handwritten cadence; numerals follow the same distressed, drawn texture for consistent voice.