Print Iskos 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'DINosaur' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, children’s media, stickers, playful, chunky, friendly, quirky, retro, handmade feel, bold impact, approachability, humor, blobby, rounded, wobbly, hand-drawn, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded hand-drawn print with blobby silhouettes and softly irregular contours. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and terminals tend to bulb and taper subtly, giving each character a slightly wobbly, organic edge. Counters are small and uneven, and the overall texture is intentionally lumpy rather than geometric, producing a lively rhythm across lines of text. Spacing and widths feel varied in a natural way, reinforcing the informal, made-by-hand character.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, product packaging, signs, and bold social or promotional graphics. It also fits children’s content, playful branding, and craft or DIY-themed materials where a hand-made feel is desirable. Because the forms are very dense with tight counters, it is likely strongest at display sizes rather than long passages.
The font reads as cheerful and mischievous, with a cozy, cartoon-like tone. Its bouncy shapes and imperfect edges evoke casual, kid-friendly communication and lighthearted display typography rather than formal editorial voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable hand-lettered look with a deliberately imperfect outline. It prioritizes personality and visual punch over strict uniformity, creating a distinctive, friendly display voice.
Uppercase forms are broad and stout, while lowercase maintains the same dense weight and rounded construction, helping mixed-case settings feel unified. Numerals share the same soft, inflated look, staying highly graphic and attention-grabbing.