Print Eshu 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'EquipCondensed' by Hoftype, and 'Allotrope' by Kostic (names referenced only for comparison).
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A heavy, hand-drawn print face with chunky strokes and softly rounded corners. Letterforms are built from simplified geometric shapes, but retain visible irregularities and subtle edge texture that suggest marker or brush lettering. Proportions are compact with sturdy verticals, open counters, and slightly uneven stroke endings that create a lively rhythm. The overall spacing and widths vary a bit from glyph to glyph, reinforcing an organic, made-by-hand feel while keeping forms clear and readable at display sizes.
Best suited for short-to-medium display text where personality and impact matter: posters, product packaging, café menus, retail signage, stickers, and social graphics. The strong silhouette helps it hold up in large sizes and high-contrast applications, while the hand-rendered texture adds character to branding and titles.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, like casual signage or hand-lettered packaging. Its weight and imperfect edges add warmth and a crafty authenticity, giving text an energetic, informal voice rather than a polished corporate one.
Designed to deliver a bold, handmade look that feels approachable and energetic, combining simple, legible shapes with intentionally imperfect edges to avoid a sterile appearance.
Uppercase forms are broad and blocky with simplified joins, while lowercase shapes stay sturdy and upright with clear bowls and terminals. Numerals match the same chunky construction, keeping a consistent, poster-friendly color across mixed text.