Print Eklof 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, social graphics, playful, handmade, rustic, quirky, energetic, handmade feel, organic texture, casual display, expressive impact, brushy, ragged, chunky, textured, irregular.
A chunky, brush-drawn print style with irregular contours and visibly ragged edges that suggest ink on rough paper. Strokes are heavy and somewhat inconsistent, with rounded terminals and occasional wedge-like joins that create a lively, uneven rhythm. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, producing a slightly jumpy color in text while keeping forms broadly legible. Counters are open and simplified, and curves are intentionally imperfect, reinforcing the hand-rendered construction.
Works best for short, high-impact text such as posters, covers, banners, and social media graphics where the textured, handmade look can be a feature. It also suits packaging, labels, and crafts-oriented branding that benefits from a casual, brushy voice. For longer passages, larger sizes and generous spacing will help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is informal and spirited, with a homemade, slightly gritty character that feels friendly rather than refined. Its rough texture and uneven stroke behavior add personality and a casual, human presence, lending itself to humorous, crafty, or offbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to emulate quick hand-painted or marker-lettered caps with a deliberately rough edge, prioritizing personality and visual energy over uniform polish. It aims to deliver a bold, approachable display voice that feels human, spontaneous, and slightly grungy.
In paragraphs the texture builds quickly, creating a strong black presence and a pronounced “marker/brush” grain along edges. The irregular widths and varying letter shapes contribute to charm, but can also make long-form reading feel busy compared to cleaner hand prints.