Print Rygaw 12 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, social media, casual, energetic, friendly, expressive, handmade, handmade feel, display impact, casual voice, brush texture, brushy, dry-brush, rounded, loose, bouncy.
A lively brush-script with a forward-leaning stance and compact proportions. Strokes are thick and smoothly tapered, with occasional dry-brush texture and slight wobble that reads as hand-rendered rather than mechanically uniform. Letterforms show simplified, open counters and a mix of curved and quickly flicked terminals; widths vary from narrow upright stems to broader, sweeping rounds. Lowercase forms stay small relative to the capitals, and the overall rhythm is fast and springy, favoring gesture over strict consistency.
Works best for short to medium text where personality is the goal: headlines, posters, logos and wordmarks, packaging labels, and social media graphics. It can also serve for invitations or informal signage where a quick, handwritten voice is desired, especially at larger sizes where the brush texture can be appreciated.
The font feels informal and upbeat, like quick marker lettering used for notes, packaging callouts, or a personal signature. Its motion and brush pressure changes add a spirited, conversational tone that can read playful or rugged depending on size and contrast. The overall impression is approachable and handmade, with a bit of street/brush energy rather than refined calligraphy.
Designed to capture the look of fast, confident brush lettering in a compact, slanted style. The emphasis appears to be on expressive stroke movement and bold presence, delivering an informal, human feel that stands out in display settings.
Capitals are tall and attention-grabbing with prominent swashes on rounded letters, while several lowercase characters use single-storey, cursive-like constructions. Numerals follow the same brush logic with rounded shapes and brisk diagonals. The texture and tapering are most apparent in joins and stroke endings, which can create natural variation across repeated letters.