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Providence Bold
Designed by Cyrus Highsmith
| Font Name | Providence |
| Style | Bold |
| Category | Sans Serif / Display |
| Designer | Cyrus Highsmith |
| Copyright | Providence © (NanDesign). 2023. All Rights Reserved |
| License | Free for Personal Use |
| Total Character | 106 |
| Recommended Line Height | 1.11 |
| Ascent | 1772 |
| Descent | 495 |
| Units Per em | 2048 |
| Total Vertical Range | 2267 |
| Max Advance Width | 1696 |
| Max Advance Height | N/A |
| Underline Position | -217 |
| Similar Fonts | FF Prater, Comic Neue, FF Jackie, HVD Comic Serif |
Providence Bold Font Details : Font Free Download
Providence Bold was designed by Cyrus Highsmith in 1995 for Font Bureau. Originally developed while Highsmith was a student at the Rhode Island School of Design, the typeface captures the lively, hand-painted aesthetic of signage found in Providence, Rhode Island. It effectively bridges the gap between structured typography and expressive hand-lettering, offering a unique human touch to digital layouts.
The Bold weight of this family is particularly renowned for its punchy, energetic personality. It features irregular strokes and soft terminals that convey a friendly, approachable vibe without sacrificing legibility. This makes it an enduring choice for designers seeking a typeface that feels informal yet professionally crafted for modern display and branding applications.
Providence Bold Best Uses
Children's Books
Its playful and soft nature makes it perfect for titles and body text in juvenile literature.
Branding
Ideal for creating friendly and approachable brand identities and casual logo designs.
Food Packaging
Works well for organic or artisanal products that require a handmade, authentic feel.
Poster Design
The bold weight commands attention while maintaining a non-corporate, creative atmosphere.
Providence Bold Glyphs
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Package Size: 30.3 KB
Available Formats: .OTF, .TTF
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