Print Otte 17 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, social media, quotes, casual, lively, friendly, handmade, energetic, handmade feel, casual voice, expressive display, youthful energy, brushy, textured, rounded, playful, expressive.
A lively brush-pen style with thick, pressure-shaped strokes and slightly irregular edges that mimic wet ink. Letterforms lean consistently, with rounded terminals and occasional tapered entries/exits that create a quick, written rhythm. Proportions are compact with a relatively low x-height, while ascenders and capitals feel roomy and prominent. Spacing is intentionally uneven and organic, giving words a bouncy texture and a distinctly handmade flow.
Well-suited for display roles such as posters, packaging callouts, social media graphics, and quote styling where a friendly, handwritten impression is desired. It works best at medium-to-large sizes, and can be effective for short paragraphs when a casual, personal tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is informal and upbeat, suggesting spontaneity and personal voice rather than polish. Its energetic slant and brushy texture lend a crafty, youthful feel that reads as approachable and expressive.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-painted or marker lettering—fast, expressive, and slightly imperfect—while remaining cohesive enough for repeated use across branding and promotional materials.
Capitals carry strong gestural presence and can dominate a line, while lowercase forms keep a casual, note-like cadence. Numerals share the same brush construction and angled stance, maintaining consistency across mixed text. The ink texture and stroke variation are most apparent at larger sizes, where the roughened edges and pressure changes become part of the character.