Introduction to Anisotropic Shading

If you've heard the term "Anisotropic" thrown around the blender community recently, it's because the last release (2.65) included a new blender shader called Anisotropy. This new shader allows you to create some complex materials like brushed metal, vinyl, saucepans, kitchen sinks and other materials which have been sanded.

It's kinda like the glossy shader but nerdier.

In this tutorial you will discover:

• What Anisotropy is

• When it should be used

• How to use it to create a realistic saucepan

Finished Result

Download the HDR kitchen lighting probe used in the tutorial here.

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial!