Hollow Other Bysi 1 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Trade Gothic Display' by Monotype, and 'Banana Bread Font' by TypoGraphicDesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, logos, playful, friendly, cartoony, bubbly, retro, impact, whimsy, texture, branding, novelty, rounded, soft, puffy, ink-trap, knockout.
A heavy, rounded display sans with inflated, blobby strokes and generously softened terminals. The letterforms are built from simple, geometric-ish shapes but intentionally irregular in rhythm, with slightly varying widths and counters that feel organically carved rather than mechanically perfect. Many glyphs show small internal knockouts and pinched corners that read like ink-traps or cut-out highlights, creating crisp internal contrast against the otherwise solid silhouettes. Curves dominate throughout, with compact apertures and tightly contained counters that keep the overall texture dense and punchy.
Best suited for display settings such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and logo wordmarks where the rounded silhouettes and internal knockouts can be appreciated. It also fits kids-oriented graphics, playful editorial callouts, and short social or promotional statements where a friendly, energetic texture is desirable.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, leaning toward cartoon signage and playful branding. Its soft, puffy contours and quirky internal cutouts give it a hand-made, toy-like charm that feels nostalgic and fun rather than formal or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft, humorous personality, using rounded geometry and small internal cutouts to add texture and differentiation within dense, heavy strokes. It prioritizes character and presence over neutral text efficiency, aiming for a distinctive, approachable display voice.
The internal cutouts can become a defining texture in larger sizes, where they read as intentional detailing; at smaller sizes they may collapse into dark spots, so spacing and size choices matter. Numerals match the same rounded, chunky construction and maintain the same carved/knockout motif for a consistent voice.