First aquascape thoughts opinions?

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[Reef Monkie]

I hope you are ok with constructive criticism, I think it looks a little cramped in there. One thing I look out for when making a scape is trying to get the pieces to flow together so it looks natural like the mounds are one piece of rock. Some of those pieces look really nice so I am sure you could figure out something that looks really great. For example the two pieces you have on top of each mound look as if they could slot together to make a tunnel with that piece on the left on one end, if you then angled that group slightly sideways you would also create some depth. You could then use the other pieces to create a larger mound and since most of them have rounded edges they would slot together well to look natural.

That's just my opinion though, there are lots of possibilities and you are the one that has to be happy with it.

 

[TangingOut]

I think a lot of reefers struggle with using appropriate sized rocks for their tank. To me, most of your rocks are too big for the tank's footprint. You should be using mostly smaller to medium size rock. The possibilities will really open up. Good luck, and remember it only has to look good to you.

 

[OceanL0ver]

I think it looks pretty good. I agree that it’ll be a little bit cramped. You could probably break up one of those large ones and move it to the base of some of the others. If you’re going to put coral in that tank in a matter of the year or two when coral start to grow it could be very cramped in there just something to think about

 

[OceanL0ver]

Another thing you may want to consider is somehow binding your rockscape together so it doesn’t fall. I drilled holes in mine and used basically a large tube of super glue from BRS and connected with acrylic rod

 

[Gator1970]

This is quite a good article about aquascaping:

http://www.nano-reef.com/topic/311811-tips-and-tricks-on-creating-amazing-aquascapes/

Read it over - you may get some tips and inspiration, I know I did!

 

[Ty Hamatake]

I like the right side a lot. Left side... the "teepee" of rock with a ledge on top doesnt look natural to me. If it were me, I'd take the piece with the holes (far left) and rotate it to bring the structure height down and move it as far as you can from the rock on the right. I'd also remove the center rock to give the tank two distinct structures. Looks good for a first try! Aquascaping is not an easy task.

 

[TonapahNorth]

Remember the rule of thirds. And consider the need for space and voids, which will help create depth.

Try to think ahead: how do you expect corals to grow. Where do you anticipate hot spots with lighting? Where might you need shade? Where do you want to ensure good lighting?

Just some considerations.

 

[Whipples]

Also keep in mind flow. More rock structure means more flow restrictions and can be challenging with powerheads. Less is more with rocks if you ask me