# Professional Photographer Directories The 500px Photographer Directory Gathers Thousands of Pros By Joey Haar | Published 2017-01-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/500px-photographer-directory References: [venturebeat](http://venturebeat.com/2017/01/24/500px-launches-photographer-directory-and-unveils-adobe-stock-licensing-deal/) & [500px](https://500px.com/directory) Finding a photographer can be a difficult, time-consuming task, but the 500px photographer directory is a tool that can significantly lessen one's workload when it's time to consult a pro. The directory, which comes from the Toronto-based [photography social media site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okaydirectory), gathers nearly 50,000 professional photographers hailing from 191 countries around the world. Googling for photographers is often a fruitless task, as it can take a long time to sift through websites and figure out which photographer has the right skill set for a given job. The 500px photographer directory offers simple sorting features, allowing users to narrow their search by city and style. It's then easy to click through the options and pick a photographer with a [body of work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flixfolio) that is most appealing. For photographers, adding oneself to the directory opens up a new avenue for business, which is a boon in such a competitive field. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Photographer Directories:** Professional photographer directories are a trending tool that allows users to easily find and connect with photographers for hire. - **Online Portfolio Websites:** An increasing number of professional photographers are building online portfolios to gain exposure and generate more business. - **Artificial Intelligence in Photography:** Artificial intelligence technology is revolutionizing the way photographers capture, edit, and distribute their work. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The photography industry is being disrupted by new technologies that are changing the way photographers find and connect with potential clients. - **Digital Marketing:** Digital marketing platforms and tools are increasingly being used by photographers to promote their work and reach broader audiences. - **E-commerce:** The growth of e-commerce is opening up new opportunities for photographers to sell their work and services online, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Photo Site Builders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myphotossite.md) - [Modern Photographer Organization Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picflow-platform.md) - [Creator Economy Tool Directories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-economy-tools.md) - [Professional Portfolio Builders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiler.md) - [Centralized Online Directories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/directory-of-directories.md) - [Design Inspiration Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-directory.md) - [Digital Photo Booth Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-photo-booth-experiences.md) - [SEO Directory Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seo-top-companies.md) - [Designer Portfolio Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-designers.md)