Print Ismaw 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Display Patrol' by Hanoded, 'Klop' by Invasi Studio, 'Antry Sans' by Mans Greback, and 'Jennie on the Block' by Woodcutter (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids media, branding, playful, friendly, chunky, bouncy, casual, approachability, informality, fun, display impact, handmade feel, rounded, soft, quirky, cartoonish, hand-drawn.
A heavy, rounded hand-drawn print style with soft corners and subtly uneven contours that mimic marker or brush lettering. Strokes are thick and mostly monoline, with gentle swelling in places and frequent terminal blunts rather than sharp cuts. Proportions vary from letter to letter, creating an irregular rhythm and variable advance widths; curves are generous and bowls are compact, producing a dense, chunky texture. The lowercase is simple and open, with a single-storey ‘a’, a compact ‘e’, and a friendly ‘g’; the numerals are similarly rounded and sturdy for display use.
This font is well suited to short, prominent text such as headlines, poster copy, product packaging, stickers, and cheerful branding. It also fits educational or children’s materials and informal social graphics where a friendly, hand-drawn voice is desired. For longer passages, it will generally work best with generous sizing and spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is warm, humorous, and approachable—more like a cheerful handwritten note than a formal typographic voice. Its bouncy silhouettes and softened geometry give it a kid-friendly, lighthearted feel that reads as casual and optimistic.
The design appears intended to deliver an informal, hand-rendered personality with bold visual impact. Its rounded, simplified letterforms prioritize friendliness and immediacy over precision, aiming for a lively display texture that feels personal and fun.
The design leans on exaggerated roundness and simplified construction, which helps maintain a consistent, bold color across lines. Because the shapes are intentionally quirky and the counters are relatively tight, it feels most comfortable at larger sizes where the playful details can be appreciated.