Sans Normal Nymas 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fieldwork' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, punchy, bold, approachable, attention, approachability, modernity, impact, simplicity, rounded, soft corners, geometric, compact spacing, heavy terminals.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and compact interior counters. Curves are built from smooth circular/elliptical geometry, while straight strokes end in softly blunted terminals that keep the silhouette friendly rather than sharp. The overall rhythm is chunky and even, with large bowls, short-looking apertures in letters like C/S, and robust joins that favor solidity over delicacy. Numerals match the letterforms with similarly round construction and dense, poster-ready color.
Best used for headlines, short statements, and display typography where weight and rounded geometry can do the work—such as posters, packaging, logos, storefront/signage, and social graphics. It can function in short blocks of text at larger sizes, but its compact counters and heavy color make it less ideal for long-form reading.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a buoyant, almost toy-like massing that reads as confident and extroverted. Its rounded shapes and thick strokes give it a warm, informal personality suited to attention-grabbing messages without feeling aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, geometric voice—combining dense stroke mass with softened terminals to stay approachable. It prioritizes bold readability and a cohesive rounded system that remains consistent across letters and numerals.
The face maintains a consistent, geometric build across caps and lowercase, emphasizing rounded bowls (O/Q/0/8) and sturdy diagonals (V/W/X/Y). In text, the dense weight creates strong typographic color and benefits from generous sizing and breathing room to preserve clarity in tight counters.