Print Otba 16 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, social media, quotes, energetic, casual, playful, handmade, friendly, expressiveness, handmade feel, display impact, casual branding, informal emphasis, brushy, dry stroke, slanted, lively, compact.
This typeface has a brisk, right-leaning handwritten construction with thick, brush-like strokes and visibly tapered terminals. Letterforms are compact and tightly set, with narrow proportions and an uneven baseline that preserves a natural written rhythm. Stroke edges show slight wobble and texture, suggesting a marker or brush-pen tool, while counters stay relatively open for the style. Capitals are assertive and simplified, and the overall drawing favors speed and gesture over geometric regularity.
It works best for short to medium text in display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and social media graphics where a lively handwritten voice is desired. It can also suit quotes and informal branding elements when paired with a calmer sans or serif for body copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a spontaneous, human feel that reads as approachable and a bit mischievous. Its quick, slanted movement gives phrases momentum, making it feel conversational and expressive rather than formal or restrained.
The design appears intended to capture fast, brush-pen handwriting in a compact, attention-getting form, balancing legibility with expressive stroke variation. It prioritizes a natural, personal texture and energetic slant to create a casual, contemporary display script feel without connecting letters.
Forms vary subtly from glyph to glyph, reinforcing an authentic hand-drawn cadence. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same energetic stroke logic, and the font’s compact build helps it hold together visually in short bursts while still showing clear, brushy character.