A neurotype /ˈnɜːroʊˌtaɪp/ refers to the unique way a person’s brain processes information, perceives the world, and interacts with their surroundings. Just as no two handwriting styles re identical, no two neurotypes are exactly alike. It’s a broad, inclusive term that acknowledges the natural diversity of human cognition—spanning everything from sensory perception and problem-solving to creativity and communication.

Some neurotypes align with what’s considered “typical” (neurotypical), while others diverge from the mainstream in ways that can be classified as neurodivergent. But difference doesn’t have to mean deficiency. It also brings variation, innovation, new perspectives.

As a micro fount fondry, nuro type /ˈnɜːroʊˌtaɪp/ embraces the beauty of these differences. The way something strays from the expected—whether in thought, movement, or typography—is often where the magic happens.

nurotype fonts have been handdrawn by, well, me: Berlin based illustrator and interdisciplinary artist Julia Kotowski. To be honest: I’ve never been good at typography. In over ten years in graphic design, choosing the right font for a project has always been one of the most difficult tasks for me: Instead of going through lists and typo catalogues, I would often end up handwriting the headlines and texts for my own designs and illustrations. That’s one of the reasons why we ended up here.

My work besides coming up with new versions of the alphabet is focused on visual storytelling and 2D animation. Beyond that, I write, record and peform music and enjoy all kinds of crafts —from soldering and woodworking to sewing and puppetry.