Serif Humanist Foba 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Minion' by Adobe and 'Garamond 96 DT' by DTP Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, academic, print, classic, bookish, warm, traditional, literary, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print heritage, bracketed, oldstyle, diagonal stress, open counters, calligraphic.
A sturdy old-style serif with bracketed wedge-like serifs and gently modulated strokes. Curves show a subtle diagonal stress, and terminals often finish with small teardrop or tapered forms that keep the texture lively without feeling sharp. Capitals are stately with slightly flared strokes and balanced proportions, while the lowercase shows a compact, readable rhythm with open apertures and moderate ascenders/descenders. Numerals are traditional and readable, matching the letterforms’ serifed, slightly calligraphic construction.
Well-suited to book interiors, magazines, essays, and other long-form reading where a stable, traditional serif texture is desired. It also works for headings and subheads that need a classic voice without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a warm, human touch that feels rooted in print tradition. It conveys a calm authority—formal enough for editorial use, but friendly rather than austere.
Designed to provide a dependable, readable serif with traditional proportions and a hint of calligraphic influence, aiming for comfortable continuous reading while retaining a refined, time-tested character.
In text, the face forms an even gray value with clear word shapes and steady spacing, making it comfortable at paragraph sizes. Subtle asymmetries and softened joins contribute to an organic, crafted feel rather than a rigid, geometric one.