Cursive Tenaw 1 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, posters, invitations, energetic, casual, friendly, modern, expressive, brush lettering, handmade feel, signature style, headline impact, brushy, slanted, looping, textured, rounded.
A lively brush-script with a consistent rightward slant and pronounced stroke modulation that suggests a pressure-driven marker or brush pen. Letterforms are compact and upright-to-narrow in footprint with rounded terminals, occasional tapering entry/exit strokes, and a slightly irregular, hand-drawn edge that adds texture. Connections are implied through flowing cursive shapes, while many capitals remain more standalone and gestural, giving the alphabet a rhythmic mix of joined and separated forms. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with soft curves and variable stroke width that keeps the set visually cohesive.
Well-suited to branding and packaging that needs a handmade, personal voice, as well as posters, social graphics, and short punchy headlines. It also works nicely for invitations, quotes, and product labels where an energetic cursive accent can carry the message, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone feels informal and personable, with a quick, confident pace that reads as spontaneous and upbeat. Its brushy contrast and slanted motion lend a contemporary, crafted feel—approachable rather than formal, and expressive without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to emulate quick brush lettering—capturing natural pressure changes, a slanted handwritten rhythm, and an imperfect edge—while remaining consistent enough for repeatable, polished display typography.
The uppercase set leans toward simplified, signature-like forms with strong initial strokes and occasional flourish, helping headings feel emphatic. In longer text samples the contrast and texture stay prominent, favoring display sizes where the brush character and counters remain clear.