# Artist-Spotting World Maps GIFography Lets You Track GIF Artists By Davina Sinnatamby | Published 2014-03-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gif-artists References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/364665/A-Map-That-Shows-You-Where-The-World-s-GIF-Artists-Are-Based/) & [mapsengine.google](https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=zQvjh6zRWK2A.kq3a70UyDnZk) We live in a world dominated by awesome GIFs, so it only seems practical to create a map that tracks down all the [GIF artists in the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlasco-1). Alessandro Scali and Okkult Motion Pictures explore the world of GIFography with a creative catalog of the world's GIF artists. The 'GIF Artists World Map' lets the viewer [zoom in and out of regions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-mapping) all over the globe to see where each artist is located. The map also provides with with a [sample of the artists artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-digital-artwork) and the necessary links for their work. The project is not over and asks GIF artists who have not be added to contact Scali. Its about GIF artists were celebrated for their work; their art may be very modern, but is still ingenious and worth spreading around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **GIF Artists World Map:** Opportunity to create an online platform that showcases and connects GIF artists from around the world. - **Gifography:** Potential for a new form of art and expression using GIFs as a medium. - **Interactive Art Catalog:** Demand for interactive platforms that allow viewers to explore and discover artists and their work. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for art galleries and online platforms to feature and promote GIF artists. - **Digital Media:** New avenues for digital media companies to incorporate GIFs as a popular form of content. - **Technology:** Opportunity for developers to create advanced mapping tools and interactive features for showcasing artists worldwide. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Global Pixel Canvas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wplace.md) - [AI-Fuelled GIF Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-gif.md) - [Self-Expression Encouraging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-window.md) - [Engaging Travel Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-maps.md) - [Desktop GIF Displayers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-cube.md) - [Visual Journey Mapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-map-video.md) - [Global Election Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-election-map.md) - [Cinematic Location Mappings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinemapper-maps.md) - [Global Love Story Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wherewemetorg.md)