Print Penem 3 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, quotes, expressive, vintage, lively, whimsical, handcrafted, handwritten feel, display impact, retro flavor, casual warmth, brushy, calligraphic, slanted, compact, dynamic.
A compact, right-slanted print face with a brush-pen feel and strong stroke modulation. Forms show a lively baseline rhythm, tapered terminals, and occasional ink-trap-like pinches where thick strokes transition into hairlines. Counters are generally open, with rounded joins and subtly irregular curves that keep the texture organic while remaining consistent across the set. Capitals are tall and slightly condensed with simplified structures, while lowercase mixes looped and single-storey shapes for a more handwritten cadence.
Best suited for short-to-medium display text where its textured, brushy contrast can be appreciated—headlines, posters, invitations, packaging, and logo or wordmark-style branding. It also works well for pull quotes or social graphics, especially where a vintage or handcrafted tone is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and personable, blending a retro sign-painting flavor with casual, handwritten charm. Its brisk slant and punchy thick strokes give it a confident, attention-getting voice, while the soft curves and brushy endings keep it friendly and informal.
The design appears intended to emulate fast, confident brush lettering in a clean, reproducible print form. It aims for strong personality and motion while staying legible enough for prominent display copy.
The alphabet shows noticeable character-to-character variation in width and stroke flare, contributing to a natural, drawn quality. Numerals follow the same brush logic, with curvy silhouettes and emphasized diagonals, making them feel cohesive in display settings.