COM 213-01 Iconic Signs Padlet (Fall 2025) by Roger Gatchet

Link and Zelda, Zelda and Link

rgatchet1 — 2025-09-03 12:37:16 UTC

In the long-running Nintendo video game franchise The Legend of Zelda, there are two characters that are closely linked (pun intended) with each other: Link and Princess Zelda. This image physically looks like the characters as they appeared in the recent games in the franchise (Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom). Thus, they are iconic signs if you look at them and think of Zelda and Link.

Tinker Bell

2025-09-03 18:19:51 UTC

This Image of Tinker Bell if it makes you think of the Tinker Bell movie it is an Iconic sign.

Railroad Street Bar & Grill Magnet

2025-09-03 18:37:22 UTC

These are magnets that the restaurant I work at gives out to people. They are super popular near me. It is an Iconic sign because when seeing one of these magnets or having one, it makes you think of the Railroad Street Bar & Grill.

Bathroom Sign

2025-09-03 19:12:56 UTC

This bathroom sign is iconic because when people see it they don’t just think it’s a picture of a girl and a boy, rather they think of a bathroom sign.

Iconic Symbol

2025-09-03 22:00:32 UTC

This symbol of a bike is an example of an iconic symbol because it represents what it physically is meaning that there may be bikes near by.

Traffic Lights

2025-09-04 18:08:24 UTC

A sign we did not discuss in class that represents a symbol would be this traffic light. I chose this because each light signifies a certain meaning: red means stop, yellow means proceed with care, and the green light means go.

These are signs we see in our everyday lives. As humans, we have all collectively agreed that this sign has this specific meaning, and this sign keeps us safe! Without this, every road would be so hectic, and no one would know what to do, so I believe this also brings great significance to our society.

construction worker sign

2025-09-04 18:09:51 UTC

This construction sign is an example of an iconic sign because it resembles what it represents. It uses a picture of what an actual construction worker is doing ahead in the road. When you look at the picture you know exactly what the construction worker is doing because the picture is exactly what it represents.

Stop Sign

2025-09-04 18:18:03 UTC

A stop sign is an iconic sign because it displays exactly what it represents. You see the sign, you read the word "stop", and you comprehend that the sign indicates that you are to stop your vehicle where you are. The bright color red also helps grab the drivers attention, implying that this sign is important to acknowledge.

Pedestrian Crossing Sign

2025-09-04 19:37:33 UTC

This sign represents a pedestrian crossing. It is an iconic sign because it is a sign that depicts what it physically represents. It is indicating "you can cross the street here," and it shows people crossing the street.

Map of the US

ms1015878 — 2025-09-04 19:40:28 UTC

A map is an iconic sign because it looks like the actual layout of a country. The shapes of the borders and coastlines match the real land, which makes it easier for people to figure out where places are. Its meaning comes from that resemblance.

recycling symbol

2025-09-04 23:47:02 UTC

The recycling symbol is an iconic sign because it visually resembles the process it represents—materials being collected, processed, and reused in a continuous cycle. Its meaning is iconic since the three arrows directly reflect the real-world concept of reuse and sustainability. The shape and movement of the arrows resemble rotation and renewal, making the symbol universally recognizable without words.

Text message Logo

2025-09-05 17:40:14 UTC

I think that the message symbol indicates an Iconic symbol because it's what you immediately recognize it as and can automatically relate the logo to texting.

Apple

2025-09-05 17:43:24 UTC

The apple logo is a iconic sign that represents the most popular technology. This sign has become a global system of quality and is recognizable all around the world. It immediately stands out and is very familiar to todays society.

2025-09-05 17:52:58 UTC

A restroom sign is iconic because when you see this sign you automatically know there is going to be a bathroom near or at those signs. This symbol is iconically used not only nationally but internationally as well.

Flagger Sign

2025-09-05 19:17:53 UTC

This sign is used to alert drivers of a flagger directing traffic. It is iconic because it resembles a flagger, which is also what it represents.

2025-09-05 19:20:16 UTC

The rain cloud is an iconic sign because when you see it you know that it means it's going to rain which is exactly what the picture looks like.

Deer Crossing Sign

2025-09-05 20:19:17 UTC

Deer crossing signs are iconic. These signs physically represent a deer crossing a road. When people see these signs, they become more cautious and watch out for deer.

Batman logo

2025-09-06 00:14:53 UTC

This is the batman logo. If you look at it and think of a bat then it is iconic but if you look and thing of batman the super hero it is an indexical sign. -Kayley Prince

Wet floor sign

2025-09-06 02:32:47 UTC

This wet floor sign, which can be found in most establishments is an example of an iconic sign. Even if the words "wet floor" weren't written on it, the picture shows someone slipping and falling. This is considered an iconic sign because the image is exactly what it is representing, a wet floor and someone falling so you are alert.

Iconic symbol

2025-09-06 02:44:44 UTC

This is picture of the weather app , where it shows a cloud and sun which is connected to the weather . When you look at this you automatically think of the weather.

2025-09-06 15:03:06 UTC

When you see this sign on the road, you automatically know it means "railroad crossing" because it displays what it represents.

Winding Road Sign

2025-09-06 20:59:32 UTC

This is an iconic sign because it makes you think of a winding road. You can quickly distinguish its meaning even with no words.

No Smoking Sign

2025-09-08 00:29:26 UTC

This sign of a No Smoking Sign is iconic because not only is it a universal symbol for no smoking but many businesses use it and it represents exactly what it is showing.

Deer Crossing Sign

2025-09-08 01:41:53 UTC

This deer crossing sign is an iconic sign because the image on the sign is realistic to what a deer looks like in real life. The deer is also in action, easily telling us that the deer can run out in front of the car. When looking at this sign, we can easily tell what it is saying without confusion.