Cursive Atnup 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, posters, invitations, casual, playful, friendly, handmade, lively, handwritten warmth, expressive display, quick lettering, friendly tone, brushy, looped, monoline-ish, tall ascenders, airy spacing.
A lively, brush-pen script with a rightward slant and a loose, handwritten rhythm. Strokes feel mostly smooth with subtle pressure changes, producing rounded terminals, occasional tapered joins, and gently uneven stroke endings that reinforce the handmade character. Letterforms are tall and slim with compact lowercase bodies, long ascenders/descenders, and a generally open, flowing construction; connections are suggested rather than rigidly continuous, keeping counters readable while maintaining a cursive feel. Capitals are expressive and slightly larger, with simple swashes and looped details that add movement without becoming overly ornate.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text such as brand marks, product labels, café and boutique signage, social posts, posters, and casual invitations. It works well when you want handwriting warmth and motion, especially at larger sizes where the compact lowercase and tall extenders can breathe.
The font conveys an informal, personable tone—like quick, confident marker lettering on a note or menu board. Its buoyant curves and springy slant read as upbeat and approachable, with a hint of spontaneity that feels modern and conversational rather than formal calligraphy.
The design appears intended to emulate quick brush handwriting with a clean, legible structure—capturing the energy of personal lettering while staying consistent enough for repeated use in branding and promotional copy.
The sample text shows good energy in headline-sized settings, where the taller forms and smooth joins create a cohesive line texture. Numerals and uppercase maintain the same brushy character, with a mix of straight strokes and rounded loops that keeps the overall voice consistent.