Calligraphic Butu 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logos, retro, confident, playful, lively, sporty, expressive display, sign-paint feel, bold emphasis, friendly branding, brushy, swashy, rounded, chunky, bouncy.
A heavy, right-slanted calligraphic italic with brush-like stroke modulation and soft, rounded terminals. Letterforms show a bouncy baseline rhythm and compact counters, with occasional teardrop joins and bulbous bowls that create a lively, painted look. Capitals are prominent and slightly swashy, while lowercase forms keep a tight, compact footprint that reads as energetic and punchy rather than delicate.
This font works well for short display settings such as headlines, poster typography, and bold branding moments where a dynamic, hand-crafted voice is desired. It can also be effective on packaging and merchandise, especially when paired with simpler companion type for supporting text.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, with a vintage sign-painting feel that suggests motion and personality. Its exaggerated curves and confident weight give it a friendly, attention-grabbing presence suited to expressive, informal messaging.
The design appears intended to mimic confident brush calligraphy in a sturdy, highly legible display style, balancing decorative swashes with consistent, repeatable shapes for use in branding and promotional typography.
The numeral set matches the italic, brush-driven construction, keeping the same rounded endings and dark color. Spacing appears somewhat irregular in a hand-lettered way, contributing to an animated texture in longer lines and making it best used where character and impact are prioritized over restraint.