This gallery presents the collection of photos submitted for the World Of Signage Photo Contest by the readers of Smashing Magazine. We received over 2,500+ photos from our readers across the globe, and present a selection of the most interesting photos in the overview below.
The topic of this gallery is Information and Instructional signs, i.e. signs that offer valuable knowledge about accessibility and services or effortlessly express wishes for or command certain behaviour. Please notice: each photo has a certain license, provided in the description of the photo. Before using the images for private or commercial projects, make sure that the license allows you to do so. Also, you can click on the photos for a larger preview.
Please feel free to take a look at other submissions as well (links to other galleries are listed in the end of this gallery).
Information and Instructional Signs #
Wheelchair access #
Wheelchair access [ large preview ]
“A picture is worth a thousand words in any language.” Licensed: Creative Commons. Photo taken by Pat Cullen from Taiwan.
Disability Senior Signs #
Disability Senior Signs [ large preview ]
“Sign of priority for disabilities and seniors.” Licensed: CC-BY-SA 3.0. Photo taken by Luya Tshimbalanga from Canada.
Medic #
Medic [ large preview ]
“Medic station sign on a beach in Kiten, Bulgaria.” Photo taken by Michael Komm from Czech republic.
Fire Alarm Sign #
Fire Alarm Sign [ large preview ]
“We are currently renovating a new office and this made me chuckle, not so much focus on the sign (which is clear if slightly redundant) as the whole scene.” Photo taken by Samuel Vince-Lane from UK.
Push to go on #
Push to go on [ large preview ]
“Push and use your strength to go to a new door. Every person should use their strength to archive a new life.” Photo taken by Suriafur-Ken from Japan.
The Russian fire extinguisher #
The Russian fire extinguisher [ large preview ]
“Aboard a speedboat in St. Petersburg, Russia.” Licensed: © 2008 by Max Pfetscher. Photo taken by Max Pfetscher from Germany.
Going to Hakata or Tokyo?? #
Going to Hakata or Tokyo?? [ large preview ]
“Taken inside Japan Shinkansen, very useful information.” Photo taken by Puspita Sekarsari from Indonesia.
No way out #
No way out [ large preview ]
“No exit sign in a London tube stop.” Licensed: Creative Commons. Photo taken by Steven Mileham from England.
Bus sign #
Bus sign [ large preview ]
“This bus was out of service at the time and the drver, very politely, put Pause on the sign instead of the traditional “no service”.” Licensed: All rights reserved. Photo taken by Helmuth Kraus M. from Colombia.
Tobogganing instruction icons #
Tobogganing instruction icons [ large preview ]
“Instruction icons for tobogganing.” Licensed: Free. Photo taken by Cleiren from Netherlands.
Don’t Jump #
Don’t Jump [ large preview ]
“Sign on the Golden Gate Bridge - there is a phone below the sign that connects you to crisis counseling.” Photo taken by Jeremy Brann from USA.
The Wine Sign #
The Wine Sign [ large preview ]
“Whilst driving through the long and winding roads in croatia, vineyards litter the hillsides and plains, this sign i saw coming up pretty much summed up the whole landscape in front of us.” Photo taken by Mike Drummond from United Kingdom.
Ich Warte Hier! #
Ich Warte Hier! [ large preview ]
“Waiting area for dogs at a local shopping mall. The sign says: I’m waiting here.” Photo taken by Andris Linz from Switzerland.
Gandhi’s Room #
Gandhi’s Room [ large preview ]
“This sign appears on the door of Gandhi’s room at Ahmedabad, India.” License: Its a public property, hence license not needed. Photo taken by Bhaskar Dutta from India.
Swimming zone #
Swimming zone [ large preview ]
“Boracay island Philippines Beach.” Photo taken by David Coates from UK.
Impounded motorcycles #
Impounded motorcycles [ large preview ]
“Boracay island Philippines impounded motorcycles.” Photo taken by David Coates from UK.
Bridge sign #
Bridge sign [ large preview ]
“Name of a bridge in Amsterdam.” Photo taken by Anastasia Fedorenkova from The Netherlands.
Buhay na karagatan (the living ocean) #
Buhay na karagatan (the living ocean) [ large preview ]
“The living ocean signage on manila ocean park.” Photo taken by Patricia Recto from Philippines.
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Animal Spirits
Animal Spirits [ large preview ]
“This was taken at Disneyland California Adventures in the Brother Bear camp. My animal spirit was a bear!” Photo taken by Diane Hua from USA.
A forest brings limitless vitality #
A forest brings limitless vitality [ large preview ]
“Picture taken during my trip to Huashan Mountain in China in 2007.” License: Free. Photo taken by Yann Lorber from The Netherlands.
Devote your love to every green leaf #
Devote your love to every green leaf [ large preview ]
“Picture taken during my trip to Huashan Mountain in China in 2007.” License: Free. Photo taken by Yann Lorber from The Netherlands.
Manly Beach Surf Rescue #
Manly Beach Surf Rescue [ large preview ]
“Short Photo of Surf Rescue Signage on Surf Board at Manly Beach, Sydney, Australia.” Photo taken by Pierre Von Schmytt from UK.
Hard to Breathe #
Hard to Breathe [ large preview ]
“An AIR pump all crackled and dirty.” Photo taken by Patty Tuggle from USA.
Tiger territory 1 #
Tiger territory 1 [ large preview ]
“At the entrance of pench tiger reserve, india.” Photo taken by Pradiptamohan Basu from India.
Chichen Itza1 #
Chichen Itza1 [ large preview ]
“This sign information shows to see the pyramid of Chichen Itza in Mexico. the text is in Spanish and Mayan language.” Photo taken by Gerardo Chaves from Colombia.
Hochwasser Marz 1988 #
Hochwasser Marz 1988 [ large preview ]
“Classic sign, photo taken on a trip to Germany.” License: Jan Gudiksen. Photo taken by Jan Gudiksen from Denmark.
Do you know water… #
Do you know water… [ large preview ]
“Taken at the Marina Barrage in Singapore.” Photo taken by Dan Taylor from USA.
General vs recyclable wastes #
General vs recyclable wastes [ large preview ]
“Taken in MacDonalds in Taiwan. Signs to show the different bins for the different kind of wastes.” Photo taken by Soh Hui Shian Sandy from Singapore.
Another Ship sign #
Another Ship sign [ large preview ]
“Picture made on a ship, that travels from Riga to Stockholm.” Photo taken by Gatis Strods from Latvia.
Thank you! #
Thanks to all participants for taking their time for preparing and sending submissions for the contest and creating a unique and diversified gallery presented above. We truly appreciate and respect your efforts and your time, folks!
Further Galleries #
You may want to take a look at other contest galleries, too:
- Abstract and Weird Signs 1
- Abstract and Weird Signs 2
- Advertising and Promotional Signs 1
- Advertising and Promotional Signs 2
- Corporate Logos and Branding Signs
- “Forbidden” Signs 1
- “Forbidden” Signs 2
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 1
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 2
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 3
- Graffiti and Hand-Written Signs 1
- Graffiti and Hand-Written Signs 2
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 1
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 2
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 3
- Information and Instructional Signs 1
- Information and Instructional Signs 2
- Library Signs
- Monument and Memorial Signs
- Museum Signs 1
- Museum Signs 2
- Public and State Building Signs 1
- Public and State Building Signs 2
- Road and Street Signs 1
- Road and Street Signs 2
- Road and Street Signs 3
- Road and Street Signs 4
- Road and Street Signs 5
- School and Park Signs
- Shop and Store Signs 1
- Shop and Store Signs 2
- Shop and Store Signs 3
- Street Wayfinding Signs 1
- Street Wayfinding Signs 2
- Street Wayfinding Signs 3
- Street Wayfinding Signs 4
- Train and Airport Signs 1
- Train and Airport Signs 2
- Underground and Metro Signs
- Warning and Danger Signs 1
- Warning and Danger Signs 2
- Warning and Danger Signs 3
- Warning and Danger Signs 4
- Warning and Danger Signs 5
- Wayfinding in Buildings Signs 1
- Wayfinding in Buildings Signs 2
- WC and Restroom Signs 1
- WC and Restroom Signs 2
- Welcome Signs
- Other photos 1
- Other photos 2
This gallery presents the collection of photos submitted for the World Of Signage Photo Contest by the readers of Smashing Magazine. We received over 2,500+ photos from our readers across the globe, and present a selection of the most interesting photos in the overview below.
The topic of this gallery is Information and Instructional signs, i.e. signs that offer valuable knowledge about accessibility and services or effortlessly express wishes for or command certain behaviour. Please notice: each photo has a certain license, provided in the description of the photo. Before using the images for private or commercial projects, make sure that the license allows you to do so. Also, you can click on the photos for a larger preview.
Please feel free to take a look at other submissions as well (links to other galleries are listed in the end of this gallery).
Information an Instructional Signs #
Elevator Signage #
Elevator Signage [ large preview ]
“Elevator Signage in SM City North Edsa.” Photo taken by Marvin Ian Portillo from Philippines.
Sorry, here is non smoking area. #
Sorry, here is non smoking area. [ large preview ]
“This photos is just want to say, ” Love and enjoy our green world without smoking”.” Licensed: Public. Photo taken by Aung Min Htun from Myanmar.
Child life jackets #
Child life jackets [ large preview ]
“Staten Island Rail.” Photo taken by Erecia Williams from USA.
I Love You #
I Love You [ large preview ]
“A signage for guests or visitors to report once every 24 hours at the guesthouse.” Licensed: All rights reserved. Photo taken by Haidar Afandi from Singapore.
Party Trash #
Party Trash [ large preview ]
“Trash sign at Lowlands festival, very recognizable and fits perfectly in the lowlands style.” Photo taken by Jurgen Smit from Netherlands.
In Case of Injury #
In Case of Injury [ large preview ]
“Instructions on dealing with workplace injury.” Photo taken by Kenneth Gerson from Canada.
Frozen Treat Directions #
Frozen Treat Directions [ large preview ]
“Directions to create your frozen treat.” Photo taken by Brandon Mambaje from USA.
Ten Thing To Do #
Ten Thing To Do [ large preview ]
“Ten panels explaing what you can do to save the world.” Photo taken by Brandon Mambaje from USA.
Tap It Before You Ride #
Tap It Before You Ride [ large preview ]
“Frequent trolley Users get to to tap their trolley pass before riding.” Photo taken by Steven Boepple from USA.
Youth Olympic Games Volleyball #
Youth Olympic Games Volleyball [ large preview ]
“One of the logos used at the Youth Olympic Games. The dot on the “i” is a volleyball.” Licensed: You can use this image only during the contest. Photo taken by Puvan from Singapore.
What to do with your rubbish #
What to do with your rubbish [ large preview ]
“The clear explanation of how to dispose of your garbage in Beppu, Japan.” Licensed: Free use, just give me credit. Photo taken by John Mertens from USA.
to do with your rubbish
Choosing the right way #
Choosing the right way [ large preview ]
“First photo of a short story. You have to choose your way to the divinity.” Licensed: Creative Commons Attribution. Photo taken by Ester Liquori from Italy.
A kind invitation #
A kind invitation [ large preview ]
“Second scene of the story. Love is patient, love is kind. The little monks kindly invite you with a smile.” Licensed: Creative Commons Attribution. Photo taken by Ester Liquori from Italy.
Return offers #
Return offers [ large preview ]
“Last photo. Return the divinity with kindness and a little present as gift is the way for purify your soul.” Licensed: Creative Commons Attribution. Photo taken by Ester Liquori from Italy.
Pipe #
Pipe [ large preview ]
“Riser Pipe.” Photo taken by Anselm Christophersen from Denmark.
Buritis Park in Goiânia #
Buritis Park in Goiânia [ large preview ]
“Buritis Park signage.” Licensed: Public Domain. Photo taken by Pedro Augusto Borges from Brazil.
Helmet borrow or return #
Helmet borrow or return [ large preview ]
“Taken in Taiwan. A sign to show the area for the borrowing and returning of helmets.” Photo taken by Soh Hui Shian Sandy from Singapore.
Sorry for construction noise Japan #
Sorry for construction noise Japan [ large preview ]
“Translation of the Japanese sign - apologizing politely for construction noise: “During construction, we apologize for the great inconvenience. We’ll work particularly carefully/safely and to the neighborhood/passers-by, we thank you for your cooperation in the meantime”. Daiwa Lease Limited - (company name).” Licensed: I took the photo while in Japan. Photo taken by Marianne Kroutchkevitch from USA.
Bird poop signage #
Bird poop signage [ large preview ]
“Photo of a sign taken while in Tokyo, Japan.” Photo taken by Paul Thompson from USA.
Authentic Chimoto Coffee House #
Authentic Chimoto Coffee House [ large preview ]
“This photo was taken in Tokyo, Japan. It is a sign for a coffee house. The three vaguely South American looking dudes look a little grumpy… Maybe too much coffee?” Photo taken by Lucas Krull from United Kingdom.
Hikers sign #
Hikers sign [ large preview ]
“Sign for the walk.” Licensed: Free. Photo taken by Vahid Smajlagic from BiH.
Reserved #
Reserved [ large preview ]
“Corflute sign wedged in fence.” Licensed: Copyright © All rights reserved. Photo taken by Alison Hogg from New Zealand.
Sprinkler #
Sprinkler [ large preview ]
“Old sprinkler sign.” Photo taken by Travers Smyth from UK.
Please Don’t Throw Rubbish Away #
Please Don’t Throw Rubbish Away [ large preview ]
“A funny sign I shot at one of the tourist attractions in China telling us not to throw our rubbish away when they actually mean “Please do not litter”. A no brainer conversion of this sign from Chinese to English, would be “Please don’t anyhow throw rubbish away”.” Photo taken by Milton from Singapore.
Silence #
Silence [ large preview ]
“Silence signs at the entrance of Fatima’s church in Fatima, Portugal.” Photo taken by Carla Jesus from Canada.
Keep door closed #
Keep door closed [ large preview ]
“Interesting blockage of entry and type.” Photo taken by Jeremy Smith from USA.
Go green #
Go green [ large preview ]
“This signage located at the extreme corner after the station platforms ends. this signage is an attempt by the railway authorities to pleading the public to keep the railway station clean and green.” Photo taken by Parimala Venkatesh from India.
Vandalised Sign #
Vandalised Sign [ large preview ]
“A Vandalised Sign, River Thames, London.” Licensed: cc by-nd. Photo taken by Daniel Izod from England.
Trash bin #
Trash bin [ large preview ]
“Trash bin for clean environment.” Photo taken by Melvin Soe from USA.
No Burning Enter #
No Burning Enter [ large preview ]
“Humorous Chinese translated sign.” Photo taken by Rik Verhagen from The Netherlands.
Noodle #
Noodle [ large preview ]
“Please Dont Climb on the Giant Noodle (USA).” Photo taken by Chris Purnell from UK.
Iconic Allowance #
Iconic Allowance [ large preview ]
“Icons in Montreal describing what the bike rack can and cannot be used for.” Photo taken by Angela Karinn from Canada.
Iconic Allowance 2 #
Iconic Allowance 2 [ large preview ]
“Icons in Montreal describing how to behave in the park.” Photo taken by Angela Karinn from Canada.
Be Sure to Rinse #
Be Sure to Rinse [ large preview ]
“This is a scene far too often witnessed; a sink with no soap and coated with grime.” Photo taken by Brett Ballard from USA.
Thank you! #
Thanks to all participants for taking their time for preparing and sending submissions for the contest and creating a unique and diversified gallery presented above. We truly appreciate and respect your efforts and your time, folks!
Further Galleries #
You may want to take a look at other contest galleries, too:
- Abstract and Weird Signs 1
- Abstract and Weird Signs 2
- Advertising and Promotional Signs 1
- Advertising and Promotional Signs 2
- Corporate Logos and Branding Signs
- “Forbidden” Signs 1
- “Forbidden” Signs 2
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 1
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 2
- Funny, Clever and Original Signs 3
- Graffiti and Hand-Written Signs 1
- Graffiti and Hand-Written Signs 2
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 1
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 2
- Hotel, Restaurant and Diner Signs 3
- Information and Instructional Signs 1
- Information and Instructional Signs 2
- Library Signs
- Monument and Memorial Signs
- Museum Signs 1
- Museum Signs 2
- Public and State Building Signs 1
- Public and State Building Signs 2
- Road and Street Signs 1
- Road and Street Signs 2
- Road and Street Signs 3
- Road and Street Signs 4
- Road and Street Signs 5
- School and Park Signs
- Shop and Store Signs 1
- Shop and Store Signs 2
- Shop and Store Signs 3
- Street Wayfinding Signs 1
- Street Wayfinding Signs 2
- Street Wayfinding Signs 3
- Street Wayfinding Signs 4
- Train and Airport Signs 1
- Train and Airport Signs 2
- Underground and Metro Signs
- Warning and Danger Signs 1
- Warning and Danger Signs 2
- Warning and Danger Signs 3
- Warning and Danger Signs 4
- Warning and Danger Signs 5
- Wayfinding in Buildings Signs 1
- Wayfinding in Buildings Signs 2
- WC and Restroom Signs 1
- WC and Restroom Signs 2
- Welcome Signs
- Other photos 1
- Other photos 2
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