hobo code poster
A book exploring the system of coded symbols used by nomadic workers in Depression-era U.S.A., to help each other on their solo travails, in search of work, shelter and food.
HOBO
CODE
hobo code book
The code was usually written in chalk or charcoal.
hobo code 3
"Danger! Man with gun"
hobo code 4
"A kindhearted woman lived here"
hobo code 5
The book is a mix of black and white photography and hand-drawn chalk illustrations.

Andy Currie Design