Print Imkem 1 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Motel Xenia' by Fenotype, 'MVB Diazo' by MVB, 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block, 'Buyan' by Yu Type, and 'Coben' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, children’s media, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, casual, handcrafted feel, informal display, friendly voice, compact impact, rounded, chunky, condensed, monoline, soft.
A condensed, hand-drawn sans with thick, rounded strokes and gently irregular contours. Terminals are blunt and softened, with subtle wobble that creates an organic, marker-like rhythm. Counters are compact and slightly uneven, and bowls tend toward rounded-rectangular shapes, giving the alphabet a sturdy, slightly bouncy silhouette. Spacing feels intentionally loose and variable, reinforcing the informal, drawn-in-one-go character.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its condensed, chunky shapes can carry personality—posters, product labels, packaging callouts, social graphics, and playful editorial headlines. It can also work for brief supporting lines when a casual, handmade feel is desired, but its strong texture may become visually busy in long paragraphs.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a lighthearted, crafty energy. Its imperfections read as human and spontaneous rather than polished, lending an easygoing personality that feels at home in playful or DIY settings.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a compact footprint—prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict geometric precision. It aims to deliver a bold, friendly presence that remains legible while clearly signaling an informal, human-made aesthetic.
Letterforms favor simple construction and clear silhouettes, with distinctive, condensed proportions that keep words tall and compact. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded treatment, maintaining consistent color and presence across mixed text.