Cursive Arluk 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, invitations, posters, social media, handwritten, lively, friendly, casual, expressive, human touch, expressiveness, casual elegance, signature feel, brushy, calligraphic, organic, airy, bouncy.
A cursive, brush-influenced script with a rightward slant and visibly modulated strokes that move from hairline thins to swollen downstrokes. Letterforms are narrow and tall with a compact x-height and prominent ascenders/descenders, giving the line a vertical, elegant rhythm. Terminals are tapered and slightly flicked, and joins are smooth but not overly formal, preserving a natural hand-drawn irregularity. Spacing and widths vary subtly by glyph, adding a lively cadence while keeping overall consistency across the set.
Works well for short to medium-length display text where a casual handwritten voice is desired—such as branding accents, packaging callouts, invitations and greeting designs, posters, and social graphics. It is especially effective for headlines, quotes, and signature-style treatments where its contrast and animated rhythm can be appreciated.
The font feels personable and upbeat, balancing a touch of elegance from its calligraphic contrast with an informal, everyday handwriting warmth. Its energetic stroke endings and bouncy rhythm give it a friendly, conversational tone rather than a rigid, polished one.
Designed to emulate quick brush lettering: expressive stroke modulation, a consistent rightward slant, and natural variation that suggests real pen movement. The overall intent appears to be a legible, contemporary handwritten script that can add warmth and personality without becoming overly ornate.
Capitals lean toward simple, legible forms with occasional flourish, while lowercase letters show flowing connections and rounded counters. Numerals follow the same brush-pen logic, with thin entry strokes and heavier main strokes, making them visually compatible with text settings. The high contrast and slender structure create a light, airy color on the page, especially at larger sizes.