Print Tavu 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kanyon' by Hurufatfont, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'MVB Diazo' by MVB, and 'Calps' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, branding, playful, friendly, quirky, retro, bold, impact, approachability, handmade, novelty, signage, rounded, chunky, soft, bouncy, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded display face with hand-drawn irregularity and softly bulging strokes. Forms are compact with tight counters and short joins, giving letters a chunky, inked-in silhouette. Terminals are consistently rounded and slightly uneven, and curves often swell asymmetrically, creating a bouncy rhythm across words. The overall texture is dense and dark, with simplified shapes and minimal internal detail that emphasize silhouette over fine structure.
Well-suited for bold headlines, posters, and short-form messaging where a playful, attention-grabbing voice is needed. It works particularly well for packaging, café or shop signage, children’s or entertainment-oriented branding, and social graphics that benefit from a friendly, cartoon-like tone. For longer text, larger sizes and generous spacing help maintain clarity due to the dense stroke mass.
The font conveys an upbeat, approachable tone with a cheeky, comic sensibility. Its soft corners and slightly wobbly geometry feel informal and human, evoking playful signage and mid-century cartoon titling. The strong, black presence reads confidently while staying lighthearted rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, friendly display presence with an intentionally hand-made feel. By pairing chunky rounded shapes with small irregularities, it aims to feel approachable and characterful, prioritizing expressive silhouette and rhythm over strict geometric consistency.
Uppercase characters lean toward simplified, poster-like constructions (notably in E/F/T), while lowercase maintains clear, friendly differentiation with round dots on i/j and compact bowls. Numerals are similarly chunky and rounded, matching the letterforms’ weight and softness. The tight counters and heavy mass suggest best performance at larger sizes where interior spaces remain clear.