Frame used a combination of computer-based techniques, including a personal font based on his own hand-drawn lettering, and old-fashioned craft like cutting speech balloons by hand.
He was acknowledged by several other letterers (for instance, Richard Starkings[1]) for his help in getting them started in the profession.
Tom's no-nonsense, finely spaced, tall text is as much a part of Mega City One's environment as Dredd's helmet or badge.
Prog 1508 had a centrepiece tribute to him with contributions from 37 artists and two colourists, including a drawing by Frame's grandson.
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