Print Upkun 11 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, kids content, playful, quirky, friendly, handmade, retro, informal charm, space saving, display personality, handmade texture, condensed, rounded, monoline, tall, bouncy.
A tall, condensed hand-drawn print style with mostly monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. The letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular, with gentle wobble in stems and curved joins that keep the texture lively. Counters are compact and the overall rhythm is narrow and vertical, while small asymmetries in bowls and shoulders add an informal, sketched consistency. Numerals follow the same narrow, rounded construction and sit cleanly alongside the letters.
It works best for short to medium-length text where personality is desired—headlines, posters, packaging callouts, book covers, and playful editorial accents. The condensed build makes it useful when space is tight, while still keeping a friendly, handmade presence.
The font reads as cheerful and approachable, with a quirky, storybook-like tone. Its narrow, bouncy proportions and soft corners give it a lighthearted retro feel that suits casual, human-forward messaging.
The design appears intended to provide an informal, hand-rendered print voice that is compact and attention-getting. It aims for warmth and charm through controlled irregularities and rounded, simplified shapes while remaining legible in display settings.
Uppercase forms maintain a uniform, elongated silhouette, while lowercase shapes introduce more personality through rounded bowls and playful hooks. The narrow spacing and compact counters create a strong vertical color on the page, making the style feel energetic without becoming chaotic.