Calligraphic Baze 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kamado' by Hashtag Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, branding, playful, folksy, storybook, friendly, rustic, handcrafted feel, whimsy, approachability, display impact, brand voice, soft terminals, rounded forms, bouncy rhythm, flared strokes, chunky.
A heavy, softly sculpted display face with rounded, slightly flared strokes and gently uneven contours that suggest hand-drawn lettering. The letterforms lean on broad proportions and generous curves, with subtle calligraphic modulation expressed more through swelling and tapering at terminals than sharp contrast. Counters are compact and shapes are slightly irregular, creating a bouncy texture in words while remaining consistently built across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a welcoming, handcrafted voice is desired. It can also work well for children’s materials, event promotions, and short pull quotes, especially at medium-to-large sizes where its soft detailing and irregular rhythm stay clear.
The overall tone is warm and whimsical, with a storybook charm that feels informal yet intentional. Its chunky shapes and friendly curves give it an approachable, lighthearted personality suited to characterful messaging rather than strict neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a handcrafted, calligraphic-flavored display look—combining sturdy, readable structures with humanized curves and gently flared terminals to create an approachable, memorable texture on the page.
Capitals read as bold, emblematic forms with smooth shoulders and occasional wedge-like finishing. Lowercase maintains a lively rhythm with rounded bowls and sturdy stems; the numerals echo the same soft, hand-shaped logic for a cohesive set in headings and short UI accents.