Print Ismaw 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Blooms' by DearType, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Chortler' by FansyType, and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids branding, stickers, playful, friendly, chunky, casual, comic, approachable, handmade, high impact, youthful, rounded, bouncy, soft corners, hand-drawn, compact.
A compact, heavy hand-drawn print with thick, rounded strokes and softly flattened terminals. The letterforms keep an upright stance but show lively irregularities in stroke edges and curves, creating a warm, handmade rhythm. Counters are relatively small and often slightly asymmetrical, and several joins pinch or swell subtly, reinforcing an organic marker-like feel. Spacing appears moderately tight, with widths that vary by character while maintaining an overall condensed silhouette.
Best suited for short display copy where a playful, handmade presence is desired—posters, titles, packaging callouts, children’s materials, and casual brand graphics. It can also work for social media cards and signage where bold, friendly shapes need to read quickly at larger sizes.
The font reads cheerful and approachable, with a goofy, kid-friendly energy that feels informal and conversational. Its chunky shapes and gentle wobble suggest something crafted by hand rather than engineered, giving headlines a lighthearted, crafty tone.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing, hand-lettered print look with strong visual weight and a compact footprint, prioritizing personality and punch over formal precision. It aims to feel approachable and fun while staying simple enough for clear headline use.
Uppercase forms are simple and blocky with rounded geometry, while lowercase adds more bounce and personality (notably in curved letters and diagonals). Numerals match the same soft, weighty construction and maintain good visual presence at display sizes, though the dense counters and tight rhythm suggest avoiding very small text where clarity could drop.