Print Ibgas 8 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, signage, playful, quirky, friendly, casual, hand-drawn, handmade feel, casual display, playful tone, bold impact, rounded, chunky, bouncy, cartoonish, irregular.
A compact, hand-drawn print with thick, rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms are tall and slender, with gently uneven curves and subtle wobble that reads as marker- or brush-drawn rather than mechanically constructed. Counters are small and often asymmetrical, and the rhythm is intentionally inconsistent, giving the alphabet a lively, improvised texture. Numerals follow the same chunky, simplified approach with rounded corners and a casual baseline feel.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing text such as posters, titles, labels, playful packaging, and kid-focused or craft-themed graphics. It can also work for informal signage or social content where a handmade, humorous voice is desired, but is less ideal for long-form reading.
The overall tone is lighthearted and informal, with a slightly goofy, cartoon-leaning personality. Its bouncy proportions and imperfect outlines suggest approachability and humor, making text feel conversational and handmade rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the spontaneity of hand lettering in a bold, compact footprint, prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict consistency. It aims to deliver a friendly, cartoonish presence that stands out quickly in display settings.
The narrow set width and dense black shapes create strong spot color, especially in mixed-case text. Distinctive, simplified forms (notably in curves and bowls) enhance character but can make long passages feel busy, particularly at smaller sizes.