Print Eklom 8 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Averta PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Futura' and 'Futura Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Oslo' by Wilton Foundry, and 'Haboro Soft' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, craft branding, children’s media, playful, crafty, friendly, rustic, casual, handmade feel, informal display, texture emphasis, friendly branding, brushy, textured, chunky, rounded, quirky.
A heavy, hand-drawn print style with chunky strokes and visibly irregular, brushy edges. Letterforms are generally rounded and compact, with simplified structures and small counters that sometimes close up in tighter shapes. Stroke terminals look blunted and organically uneven, and the overall rhythm varies from glyph to glyph, reinforcing a drawn-with-marker or paint feel rather than a geometric construction. Spacing and widths are inconsistent in an intentional way, giving lines of text a lively, slightly bouncy texture.
Best suited for display use such as posters, headlines, packaging, and labels where a hand-made, tactile feel is desirable. It also fits craft-oriented branding, pop-up retail signage, and playful editorial accents, especially when paired with a simpler text face for longer reading.
The font conveys a casual, approachable tone with a crafty, homemade character. Its roughened edges and uneven stroke texture add warmth and personality, reading as playful and slightly rustic rather than polished or corporate. The overall impression is energetic and informal, suited to expressive messaging.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering made with a thick marker or brush, prioritizing personality and texture over strict consistency. Its simplified forms and strong presence suggest a focus on attention-grabbing titles and branding where an informal, human touch is the goal.
At smaller sizes the dark color and textured edges can reduce clarity, especially where counters are tight (notably in rounded letters and some numerals). It performs best when given generous size and breathing room so the brush texture and irregular outlines remain legible.