AGAIAC 2026 / Aquatic Garden / 90-220L

#1105 Várzea

Marreira júnior • Brazil Belém, Pará, Brazil

About This Aquascape

Aquário fotografado depois de 7 meses de montado!

Marreira júnior

Belém, Pará, Brazil

Quick Stats

Style: Aquatic Garden
Size: 100x50x38 cm
Volume: 190 L (50.2 gal.)
Plant Species: 26
Fish Species: 2

Judges' Comments

What a pleasent layout!!! Very good perspective work wint a good sense of depth. The layout line forces are well and harmonicaly distributed. The void is well positioned too, inviting us to walk trought the natural scene. Healthy plants well distributed and very good right side reflex. The left reflex could me better. The foreground is almost flat, but the detailjob made this work a very pleasent experience. Thank you to share you talent with us. Congratulations!!!

— Andre Longarco

I really like the style and execution of this aquascape. It looks very natural, and the hardscape is exceptionally well done. The choice of plants and the care taken with their placement have enhanced the hardscape without flattening the composition or obscuring its details. You’ve achieved an impressive sense of depth, and the path is well positioned, with a very natural appearance and an impeccable finish. I also appreciate the abundance of details throughout the layout. Without a doubt, this is a high-quality piece of work. Great job!

— Gloria Ciriello

The driftwood in this aquascape is placed very well, giving it a natural feel, and the way of moss grows on the driftwood also evokes a sense of nature.

— Dave Chow

A Walk in Nature A beautiful depiction of a woodland path in a swamp-like area, with old, gnarled trees and moss-covered roots. This was the entry that impressed me most in this category. The technical standard is exceptionally high, and the execution of the concept is virtually flawless. The only criticism one might raise is that this is a concept we have seen many times before. And while that is certainly true, I am not convinced that it constitutes a valid criticism. Concepts are meant to be explored and brought to life. Every interpretation offers the potential to reveal a new aspect or develop a character of its own. I believe the artist has presented a particularly appealing and refreshing interpretation of this familiar theme, one that I genuinely enjoyed. For that, I offer my sincere thanks and deepest appreciation!

— Frederic Fuß

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