Vote on my aquascape!

Turf Plumber · 06/04/2018, 09:34 AM

Hey all. I am now in the process of cycling my tank and decided to try re-arranging things to see what it would look like. Dont want to add anything until i know i'll be happy with the design long term. Now i can't decide between my original design and the new design.

The original:

New design:

mcgyvr · 06/04/2018, 01:24 PM

FYI.. Looks like you are a new user and your post included some external links..
This site has a spam protection feature which "jails" your post until a moderator approves it (usually 24 hours or less)...
Until that point we can see that you posted "something" we just can't see the main body of your post...

I like to let new users know when thats happening so they don't think we are ignoring them...
I'll be happy to bash..oops... I mean critique your aquascape once I can see it..

Anemone · 06/04/2018, 01:55 PM

They're photobucket links. I see them.

Kevin

homer1475 · 06/04/2018, 02:03 PM

There is no post from the OP yet, hence what mcgyver was alluding to.

Turf Plumber · 06/04/2018, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcgyvr

FYI.. Looks like you are a new user and your post included some external links..
This site has a spam protection feature which "jails" your post until a moderator approves it (usually 24 hours or less)...
Until that point we can see that you posted "something" we just can't see the main body of your post...

I like to let new users know when thats happening so they don't think we are ignoring them...
I'll be happy to bash..oops... I mean critique your aquascape once I can see it..

Thanks. I'm used to new forum users not a being allowed to upload images instead... Oh well.

Anemone · 06/04/2018, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turf Plumber

Hey all. I am now in the process of cycling my tank and decided to try re-arranging things to see what it would look like. Dont want to add anything until i know i'll be happy with the design long term. Now i can't decide between my original design and the new design.

The original:

New design:

Can you see all of this? Post and two pictures?

Kevin

mcgyvr · 06/04/2018, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anemone

They're photobucket links. I see them.

Kevin

Because you are a mod.... And I guess one without the ability to unjail his post from the spam filter...

Anemone · 06/04/2018, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcgyvr

Because you are a mod.... And I guess one without the ability to unjail his post from the spam filter...

Better?

Kevin

mcgyvr · 06/04/2018, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anemone

Better?

Kevin

yep.. now it shows up..

Valentini89 · 06/04/2018, 08:03 PM

I like them both, but I'm partial to a full length scape.

mikem101 · 06/04/2018, 09:19 PM

im digging the two islands but im partial all my tanks have some kind of separation in the middle!

Drewbe147 · 06/04/2018, 10:59 PM

I like the 2 islands with the channel

squeakymcmurdo · 06/05/2018, 12:14 AM

I think it depends on what you plan to keep. The separate islands looks like it has a bit more space for active swimmers. The centered looks like it has more hidey holes. Aesthetically they’re both nice.

nereefpat · 06/05/2018, 07:31 AM

#2

(I just learned that you have to type at least 3 characters to post)

accel · 06/05/2018, 07:47 AM

Image #2 wins in my book. As a professional photographer (myself), the second image has the elements of good composition - - namely rule of thirds. The imbalance heights of the islands allows the eyes to follow a path (a story) which adds depth to the image.

Bring this photo on a group of experienced landscape photographers, hands down the second one wins. Of course there's still improvements needed photography speaking.

Now when it comes to aquascaping, it will ultimately depend on what you have. I initially started like your second photo but at the end I ended up a mix of the first and second but almost leaning to the first one. It's because of necessity. I have to add extra rocks to support certain corals and inverts. Some inverts are moving and had to aquascape based on what they want and not what I want. I had to readjust based on the flow and new equipment.

Just expect it will change so you don't get disappointed.

Diana A · 06/05/2018, 07:51 AM

2 islands

uclamatthew · 06/05/2018, 09:42 PM

Definitely the two islands.

Ab129 · 06/06/2018, 12:28 PM

Islands
My setup is similar

Lopez713 · 06/06/2018, 03:43 PM

I like the 2nd one. I know the undeciding feeling. I just set mine up about 2 months ago.
Btw, I'm new to RC!

smartwater101 · 06/06/2018, 08:26 PM

2nd design. no contest

06/04/2018, 09:34 AM	#1
Turf Plumber Registered Member Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 13	Vote on my aquascape! Hey all. I am now in the process of cycling my tank and decided to try re-arranging things to see what it would look like. Dont want to add anything until i know i'll be happy with the design long term. Now i can't decide between my original design and the new design. The original: New design:

06/04/2018, 01:55 PM	#3
Anemone Cloning Around Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Valencia, California Posts: 25,267	They're photobucket links. I see them. Kevin __________________ Back in the pool, swimming with the sharks... Current Tank Info: Red Sea 425XL w/Kessil AP700, Vertex 180i Skimmer, 2 x Vortech MP40s

06/04/2018, 02:03 PM	#4
homer1475 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 5,313	There is no post from the OP yet, hence what mcgyver was alluding to. __________________ 80G SCA Build: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2560256 Originally posted by der_wille_zur_macht: "He's just taking his lunch to work"

06/04/2018, 08:03 PM	#10
Valentini89 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Bay county, Fl Posts: 624	I like them both, but I'm partial to a full length scape. __________________ I have 1 1/2 years experience in this hobby. Take my advice with that in mind. Current Tank Info: 26g bowfront QT tank, -- 150g tall = http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2671045

06/04/2018, 10:59 PM	#12
Drewbe147 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Salisbury, MD Posts: 105	I like the 2 islands with the channel __________________ Livestock: Yellow Tang, Coral Beauty, Clown pair, Exquisite, Linespot, Christmas, Hoevens Wrasses, Trio Carberryi Anthias, CUC, Mixed Reef Drew Current Tank Info: 90 gal DT 29gal sump. Equipment: 2 OR T247B, RO Varios6 return, RO 150SSS, 2 XF250 Gyres, Jager 300W

06/04/2018, 01:24 PM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	FYI.. Looks like you are a new user and your post included some external links.. This site has a spam protection feature which "jails" your post until a moderator approves it (usually 24 hours or less)... Until that point we can see that you posted "something" we just can't see the main body of your post... I like to let new users know when thats happening so they don't think we are ignoring them... I'll be happy to bash..oops... I mean critique your aquascape once I can see it.. __________________ Who me?

06/04/2018, 09:19 PM	#11
mikem101 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 819	im digging the two islands but im partial all my tanks have some kind of separation in the middle!

06/05/2018, 12:14 AM	#13
squeakymcmurdo Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Star Valley, Wyoming Posts: 139	I think it depends on what you plan to keep. The separate islands looks like it has a bit more space for active swimmers. The centered looks like it has more hidey holes. Aesthetically they’re both nice. __________________ 75 gallon reef with 10 gallon sump 125 gallon waiting outside and functioning as my kids’ swimming pool until my husband helps me lift it onto the stand.

06/05/2018, 07:31 AM	#14
nereefpat Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Central Nebraska Posts: 3,190	#2 (I just learned that you have to type at least 3 characters to post) __________________ Pat Current Tank Info: 125 in-wall , 40b sump. 6 bulb T5. ASM G2 skimmer. LPS and leathers

06/05/2018, 07:47 AM	#15
accel Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 110	Image #2 wins in my book. As a professional photographer (myself), the second image has the elements of good composition - - namely rule of thirds. The imbalance heights of the islands allows the eyes to follow a path (a story) which adds depth to the image. Bring this photo on a group of experienced landscape photographers, hands down the second one wins. Of course there's still improvements needed photography speaking. Now when it comes to aquascaping, it will ultimately depend on what you have. I initially started like your second photo but at the end I ended up a mix of the first and second but almost leaning to the first one. It's because of necessity. I have to add extra rocks to support certain corals and inverts. Some inverts are moving and had to aquascape based on what they want and not what I want. I had to readjust based on the flow and new equipment. Just expect it will change so you don't get disappointed.

06/05/2018, 07:51 AM	#16
Diana A Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 682	2 islands __________________ diana

06/05/2018, 09:42 PM	#17
uclamatthew Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 49	Definitely the two islands. __________________ Planning newest tank... Red Sea XL 425, dual MP40QDs, dual Vectra M1 return pumps, custom fuge in sump, Apex controller, lights, etc. TBD

06/06/2018, 03:43 PM	#19
Lopez713 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Houston Posts: 7	I like the 2nd one. I know the undeciding feeling. I just set mine up about 2 months ago. Btw, I'm new to RC!

06/06/2018, 08:26 PM	#20
smartwater101 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 382	2nd design. no contest __________________ 160 mixed reef: Hippo tang, Foxface, clownfish, 25+ nano gobies/blennies/cardinals