Print Osbey 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, social media, quotes, headlines, casual, friendly, handmade, energetic, approachable, handmade warmth, casual voice, quick brush, informal display, brushy, slanted, textured, rounded, lively.
This typeface has a handwritten, brush-pen look with a consistent rightward slant and visibly tapered stroke endings. Letterforms are narrow and loosely drawn, with slight wobble and uneven stroke edges that create a natural, textured rhythm rather than geometric precision. Curves are soft and rounded, counters are fairly open, and terminals often finish with quick flicks, giving the alphabet a continuous sense of motion despite the unconnected construction. Numerals follow the same informal, calligraphic logic, with flowing shapes and modest variation in stroke thickness.
It works best for short to medium-length text where a conversational, handmade feel is desirable—such as posters, cover lines, social graphics, packaging callouts, and quote treatments. The lively stroke texture and slant help it stand out at display sizes, while longer paragraphs may benefit from generous leading and spacing.
The overall tone feels casual and personable, like quick marker or brush lettering used for notes, packaging, or signage. Its lively slant and flicked terminals add energy and spontaneity, projecting a friendly, informal voice.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, expressive brush handwriting in a clean, repeatable font form, prioritizing warmth and momentum over strict regularity. It aims to deliver an informal, human touch suitable for modern, friendly branding and editorial display.
Spacing reads as slightly irregular in a hand-drawn way, which adds charm but can make dense setting feel busy. The more angular joins in letters like K, M, N, and W contrast nicely with the rounder forms (C, O, S), reinforcing the hand-rendered character.