Print Isdal 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'European Sans Pro' by Bülent Yüksel, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Fox Diego' by Fox7, 'Fomo' by Gassstype, and 'Pelinka' by Jehoo Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, stickers, playful, friendly, bouncy, retro, chunky, approachability, high impact, hand-drawn charm, humor, rounded, soft, blobby, cartoonish, stubby.
A heavy, rounded display face with soft, inflated strokes and consistently low contrast. Terminals are broadly rounded and often slightly flared, giving letters a stamped or marker-drawn feel rather than a rigid geometric construction. Curves are generous and counters are relatively tight for the weight, while the overall rhythm stays even through simple, compact shapes and a tall lowercase presence. Figures match the letterforms with similarly chunky silhouettes and smooth corners, maintaining a cohesive, friendly texture in text.
Best suited to attention-grabbing headlines and short bursts of copy in posters, playful branding, packaging, and kid-oriented materials. It also works well for labels, stickers, and social graphics where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a casual hand-drawn warmth that reads as humorous and kid-friendly. Its rounded massing and bouncy curves create a nostalgic, retro-leaning personality that feels more fun than formal.
Designed to deliver a bold, informal presence with a hand-drawn sensibility, prioritizing warmth and immediate readability at display sizes. The rounded, cushioned shapes suggest an intent to feel approachable and fun rather than precise or corporate.
Distinctive bulb-like protrusions and softened joints add character and help the letters feel handcrafted even in straight-sided forms. The weight and compact counters make it most effective when given ample size and spacing, where its silhouettes stay clear and lively.