Calligraphic Anru 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, greeting cards, posters, headlines, playful, storybook, friendly, whimsical, handmade, handcrafted feel, friendly tone, playful readability, casual charm, rounded, soft terminals, brushy, informal, lively.
A rounded, hand-drawn letterform with gently swelling strokes and soft, slightly flared terminals that suggest a brush or marker. Curves dominate the construction, with open counters and subtly irregular stroke transitions that keep the texture organic while remaining consistently shaped across the set. Uppercase forms are simple and approachable, lowercase shows a relaxed rhythm with single-storey a and g, and figures are similarly rounded with occasional angled entry/exit strokes. Overall spacing and proportions read evenly, with a light bounce created by small variations in curvature and stroke finish.
Well suited to children’s and educational materials, playful packaging, greeting cards, and lighthearted posters where a handcrafted personality is desirable. It can also work for short to medium text in branding or editorial sidebars when a friendly, informal tone is needed.
The tone is warm and personable, with a whimsical, storybook flavor that feels inviting rather than formal. Its calligraphic touches add charm without becoming ornate, giving text a friendly, conversational voice.
The design appears intended to capture a neat, calligraphic handwriting feel—organic and approachable—while preserving enough consistency for comfortable reading in phrases and paragraphs.
Distinctive hooked and tapered starts/ends on several letters and numerals add motion, while the rounded bowls (o, e, p, b) maintain a soft, cohesive silhouette. The design stays legible in continuous text, though the handmade irregularities are part of its character and visual noise.