Hollow Other Ebmo 3 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'MC Erfink' by Maulana Creative, and 'DINosaur' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, kids design, playful, retro, comic, bouncy, friendly, dimensionality, attention grabbing, friendly tone, novelty display, rounded, bulbous, chunky, soft corners, inline detail.
A chunky, rounded display face with heavily inflated strokes and soft, blobby terminals. Each glyph is built from smooth, simplified shapes, then accented by small internal knockouts and thin inline highlights that create a hollowed, dimensional feel. Counters are generally compact and circular, joins are thick and cushioned, and the overall rhythm reads as buoyant and slightly uneven in a hand-drawn way while remaining consistent across the set. Numerals and capitals carry the same puffed silhouette, with the interior cut-ins and highlight streaks acting as the primary decorative system.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings where the puffy shapes and hollow accents can read clearly—such as branding marks, product packaging, event posters, splashy headers, and youth-oriented or casual editorial titles. It can also work for playful labels and signage where a friendly, attention-grabbing tone is desired.
The font projects a cheerful, cartoon-forward personality with a touch of nostalgic sign-painting and toy-like softness. Its cutout/inline detailing adds a whimsical, glossy “sticker” or “puffy print” impression that feels energetic and lighthearted rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a soft, inflated display look with built-in hollow/inline ornamentation that suggests shine and dimensionality. It prioritizes immediacy and personality, using consistent cutouts to add texture and prevent large black shapes from feeling too heavy.
The inline/knockout accents sit mostly near outer curves and stroke tops, producing a subtle sheen effect that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes. The rounded construction and tight counters favor bold headlines over long passages, and the playful irregularity helps it avoid a rigid geometric feel.