Cursive Ehman 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, posters, quotes, casual, expressive, handwritten, energetic, friendly, handwritten realism, expressive display, compact fit, friendly tone, brushlike, slanted, looping, compact, airy.
A slanted, brush-pen script with compact proportions and a lively, forward rhythm. Strokes show natural pressure changes, with tapered entries and exits and occasional heavier downstrokes, creating an organic, drawn-by-hand texture. Letterforms are mostly connected in text, using smooth joins and open counters, while capitals feature larger, swooping gestures and simplified internal structure. Overall spacing is tight and the silhouettes stay narrow, giving lines a quick, continuous flow.
Well-suited to short, high-impact text where a human, informal voice is desired—logos, product packaging, café or boutique signage, posters, and social graphics. It also works for pull quotes and headings where the narrow, flowing forms can fit longer phrases without feeling bulky.
The tone feels casual and personable, like quick handwritten notes with a confident, upbeat pace. Its brisk slant and brushy modulation add a sense of motion and spontaneity, balancing friendliness with a slightly edgy, contemporary flair.
Designed to mimic fast, confident brush handwriting while staying cohesive across the alphabet and numerals. The intention appears to prioritize expressive motion and a compact, modern script silhouette for display-focused communication.
Uppercase shapes are notably more flamboyant than the lowercase, with long curves and occasional looped strokes that create strong word-initial impact. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with simple, fluid forms and minimal ornamentation.