Changing the shape of a distribution shader

[rtg497]

Greetings,

Is it possible to use something other than rectangular shapes for distributing objects?  I'm trying to create a swirling effect of birds over a building.  So far, I can only offset the squares to simulate a circular effect.    Thanks

[cyphyr]

Try using a plane object as your "sit on terrain". Displace the plane with your swirl image and un-tick the planess "seen by camera".
Richard

[rtg497]

I'll look into that.  Thank you

[Dune]

Or perhaps use a painted shader to paint your swirl on ground, then lift the bird object 20 meters up. Blend the pop by the Y projected painted shader... they'll follow the terrain curves.

---Dune

[rtg497]

I've never used a painted shader but I'll give that a try as well.  Thank you