Print Golin 8 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, labels, headlines, social graphics, playful, casual, handmade, quirky, friendly, handmade warmth, casual display, quick marker, approachability, brushy, rounded, bouncy, organic, compact.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and a slightly brushy edge. Letterforms are tall and condensed, with simplified geometry and gently uneven curves that keep the rhythm lively without feeling messy. Terminals tend to be soft and blunted, counters are relatively tight, and spacing reads a bit irregular in a natural, handwritten way. Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent narrow stance, while distinctive shapes (like the angular W and the looped, descending g) add character.
Works well for short, expressive copy such as posters, packaging callouts, labels, menu headings, and social media graphics where a handmade feel is desired. It’s especially effective in display sizes for upbeat branding and casual messaging, and can also suit simple signage when set with comfortable tracking.
The overall tone is informal and personable, with a quick-marker energy that feels approachable and slightly quirky. It suggests handmade labeling and upbeat messaging rather than formal editorial typography, delivering a friendly voice with a touch of whimsy.
Likely designed to emulate a quick, confident handwritten print—compact, dark, and easy to set—while preserving the natural irregularities of a marker or brush pen. The goal appears to be an energetic, friendly display voice that remains readable and consistent across letters and numbers.
The numeral set matches the same drawn rhythm and condensed proportions, keeping figures legible while maintaining the handmade texture. The narrow build and thick strokes create strong color in lines of text, which can feel dense at smaller sizes but impactful in short phrases.