Print Empy 8 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, social graphics, bold, playful, casual, handmade, lively, handmade impact, casual emphasis, rugged warmth, display punch, brushy, chunky, textured, rounded, energetic.
A heavy, brushy hand style with compact proportions and a consistent rightward slant. Strokes are thick and largely uniform in weight, with rounded terminals and occasional tapering that suggests quick marker or brush pressure. Edges look intentionally irregular and slightly ragged, creating a textured silhouette and a lively rhythm across words. Counters are relatively small and the spacing is tight, giving lines a dense, punchy color while still keeping letterforms distinguishable.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, product packaging, brand marks, and social graphics where a handmade, energetic voice is desired. It can also work for quotes or callouts in editorial layouts, especially when paired with a calmer body text for contrast.
The overall tone is informal and upbeat, with a confident, poster-like presence. Its roughened outlines and brisk slant read as spontaneous and human, leaning toward friendly emphasis rather than polished refinement. The texture adds a touch of grit that can feel streetwise or handcrafted depending on context.
The design appears intended to deliver an immediate, human-made emphasis—like a quick brush sign or bold marker note—while maintaining enough consistency for repeated use. The compact, weighty shapes prioritize impact and personality over finesse, making it well aligned with expressive display typography.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and simplified, while lowercase shapes remain clearly handwritten in spirit, helping mixed-case text feel cohesive. Numerals match the same chunky brush logic and read best at display sizes where the texture and irregularity become an asset rather than visual noise.