Print Osgab 2 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, social graphics, signage, playful, casual, handmade, lively, friendly, handmade feel, headline impact, casual voice, brush texture, playful tone, brushed, marker-like, energetic, bouncy, quirky.
An informal, hand-drawn print style with brisk, slightly right-leaning forms and a brush/marker texture. Strokes are thick with tapered terminals and occasional wedge-like starts, creating a lively rhythm and clear hand movement. Letterforms are compact and narrow with irregular widths, open counters, and simplified curves; baselines and verticals wobble subtly for a natural, drawn-in-one-go feel. Numerals match the same brushy construction, with rounded bowls and quick, calligraphic turns.
Works best for short headlines and punchy phrases in posters, packaging fronts, social media graphics, and casual signage where a handmade voice is desirable. It can also suit labels, menus, and brand accents, especially when set with generous tracking and ample line spacing to preserve its lively shapes.
The font feels upbeat and personable, like quick lettering on packaging, posters, or a café sign. Its uneven stroke energy and condensed, animated shapes give it a spirited, conversational tone rather than a polished or formal one.
Likely designed to emulate fast, confident brush lettering in an unconnected print style, prioritizing personality and impact over strict geometric consistency. The narrow proportions and bold stroke presence suggest an aim for strong headline color and an approachable, handcrafted tone.
Uppercase characters show pronounced gesture and tapering, while lowercase maintains compact, readable silhouettes with occasional quirky joins and flicked terminals. The overall color is dense and dark on the page, making it most effective at display sizes where the brush texture and lively modulation can be appreciated.