Print Upmar 1 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children’s, social graphics, headlines, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade, handmade charm, approachability, playful display, casual readability, rounded, monoline, soft, bouncy, chunky.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and softly irregular contours. Letterforms are narrow and tall, with a bouncy baseline rhythm and small variations in stroke edges that mimic marker or brush pressure without sharp contrast. Counters are tight and simplified, terminals are blunt and bulb-like, and curves lean toward oval shapes, keeping the overall texture dense and dark at text sizes.
Works best for headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and social or editorial graphics where a friendly, handcrafted voice is desired. It is particularly well-suited to children’s materials, playful branding, and short expressive phrases where the dense, rounded texture can be an asset.
The font feels cheerful and approachable, with an informal, kid-friendly energy. Its gentle wobble and rounded forms convey a handmade, conversational tone that reads as fun rather than formal.
Likely designed to emulate an easygoing hand-printed marker look with a compact footprint, prioritizing warmth and personality over strict geometric precision. The consistent heaviness and rounded terminals suggest an emphasis on bold, approachable display readability in informal contexts.
Uppercase shapes are simplified and slightly whimsical (notably in curved letters), while lowercase maintains clear, single-storey constructions where expected, aiding quick recognition. Numerals follow the same soft, rounded logic, producing a cohesive set suited to punchy headings and short lines.