The subset of funny signs involving stylized humans is perhaps supreme among them all. Part cautionary tale, part roadside cartoon, these endearingly abused stick figures often inspire laughter as much as they impart warning.
As a long-time Flickr fanatic, one of my favorite groups has long been the one that celebrates these Stick Figures in Peril. This feature takes a look at 10 of the best from the group, but we bet you've got your own favorites. Please share them in the comments!
10. Low Flying Dogs
Found on the gate of a junkyard by Mark Strozier.
9. Do Not Taunt the Octopus
Bifurcation may ensue. From madhattercheshire.
8. Astronomy is Dangerous
Galileo, what hath thou wrought? From Abulic Monkey.
7. This Really Sucks
You decide: either a way too powerful vacuum cleaner will pull you in, or arrow-headed lasers will fire from your extremities near this giant sandworm. From Robbie1.
6. Angry Clouds
Beware the hostile forces of nature. From jeco.
5. Human Snake
In Soviet Russia, driveline rotates YOU! From jazzmasterson.
4. Umbrellas Make Bad Parachutes
First comment wins: "The day Mary Poppins snapped." From stuartajc.
3. Danger of Death
Another you decide: dropping backwards Ns can end your life, or Zeus will strike you down for being here. From Anosmia.
2. Do Not Get Hit By a Car
From the Department of the Obvious Department. From jazamarripae.
1. A Morality Play in One Act
Do not lie down with trucks, by otherthings.