Print Uglem 4 is a light, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, invitations, playful, whimsical, storybook, handmade, charming, handmade warmth, playful display, casual voice, brush lettering, brushy, organic, tapered, irregular, lively.
This font has a hand-drawn, brush-pen feel with tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Letterforms are generally upright with narrow proportions, but spacing and widths vary from glyph to glyph, creating a lively, informal rhythm. Curves are slightly uneven and terminals often come to soft points or blunt brush ends, reinforcing the drawn-on-paper character. Capitals are tall and simple, while lowercase forms are compact with a modest x-height and gently inconsistent baselines that read as intentionally imperfect rather than geometric.
It works best as a display face for short to medium text where its brushy texture and irregular rhythm can be appreciated—such as headlines, posters, invitations, craft and food packaging, or playful editorial callouts. It can also suit book covers and children’s-oriented or whimsical branding where a handmade voice is desired.
Overall it communicates a playful, whimsical tone—friendly and a bit quirky, like lettering used in children’s materials or casual craft branding. The shifting stroke weight and irregularities add warmth and personality, giving the text a human, spontaneous voice.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering made with a flexible pen or brush, prioritizing personality and motion over strict consistency. Its narrow stance and tall capitals help it stay compact while still feeling expressive and animated.
The numerals and punctuation maintain the same tapered, handwritten construction, helping mixed text feel cohesive. At smaller sizes the high contrast and thin hairlines may appear delicate, while at display sizes the stroke modulation and quirky shapes become a prominent stylistic feature.