Comicraft

Comicraft is a comic book lettering company founded by Richard Starkings in 1992. The company is best known for its work in the superhero genre, particularly in the comic book industry. Comicraft has provided lettering services for many major publishers, including Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Image Comics.

Comicraft's work often involves designing and implementing custom lettering styles for specific titles or characters. The company's letterers use a variety of tools and techniques to create distinctive and often humorously stylized lettering. This approach has led to the creation of iconic and recognizable lettering styles for popular characters, including Batman and Superman.

One of Comicraft's longest-running and most notable projects is its work on the Image Comics title "American Flagg!". The company has provided lettering services for this science fiction comic since its premiere in 1983, with Richard Starkings serving as the regular letterer. Comicraft's involvement in the series has helped to establish it as a long-running and beloved title in the world of comics.

Comicraft has continued to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of the comic book industry. The company has also expanded its services to include digital finishing and color correction, in addition to traditional lettering. In 2006, the company released Word Balloon, a software application designed specifically for comic book lettering and design.

Today, Comicraft remains a prominent and respected player in the comic book industry, with a long history of providing high-quality lettering services to major publishers.