SMEAR GROTESQUE
SMEAR GROTESQUE
$15 BUY
Smear Grotesque is a distressed sans serif inspired by worn-out posters, torn street bills, dry brushes, and ink dragged across paper. It embraces imperfection, turning scratches, smudges, and rough textures into part of the letterforms themselves. Bold, loud, and unapologetic, it was made for designs that aren't afraid to stand out.
What makes Smear Grotesque unique is its dual personality. The uppercase characters feature a classic distressed appearance, while the small caps transform into expressive smeared versions, as if the ink had been pulled across the page before drying. Mixing both styles together creates a raw, unpredictable rhythm that feels handmade rather than manufactured.
With 219 glyphs, Smear Grotesque is perfect for posters, album covers, branding, packaging, editorials, and any project that calls for a bold, grunge-driven aesthetic.
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