#1155 Beyond the Shadows
- Filter
- Aquael hypermax 4500
- Lighting
- Life Aqua Sirius Pro
- Substrate
- 2HR Feast
- Hardscape Materials
- Hornwood and Ryough Stone
Species
Moenkhausia costae, Red Cherry Shrimp, Caridina cantonensis
Plant species
Microsoum trident, Bolbitis heudelotii, Monte Carlo, Weeping Moss, Flame moss, Mayaca fluviatilis, Microsorum pteropus 'Petit' , Lilaeopsis 'Novea-Zealandiae' , Glossostigma elatinoides, Anubias barteri var. nana 'Mini' , Helanthium tenellum , Eleocharis sp.'Minima', Cryptocoryne parva , Bucephalandra sp. 'Red', Bucephalandra sp. 'Maia'-, Bucephalandra sp. 'Theia Red'-, Limnophila Sessiliflora
Luis Cardoso
Santiago do Cacém, Portugal
Quick Stats
- Style
- Aquatic Garden
- Size
- 120x60x45 cm
- Volume
- 324 L (85.6 gal.)
- Plant Species
- 17
- Fish Species
- 3
Judges' Comments
A Brigde of Stone & Wood A familiar theme, but one that truly shines through its outstanding technical execution. The spatial arrangement, colour palette, and choice of materials are all excellent. I particularly like the way the wood and stone merge in places, creating a convincing sense of unity between the two materials. The Moenkhausia costae are remarkably cooperative, positioning themselves beautifully and adding a wonderful touch of life to the scene. The only detail that caught my attention was the somewhat blurred appearance of the Limnophila on both the left, where it is illuminated, and the right, where it lies in shadow. I cannot say what might be causing this, but it stood out to me in the photograph I was given. Otherwise, this is a technically impeccable presentation of a classic aquascaping theme. I was pleased to include it in my personal top ten. Congratulations!
— Frederic Fuß
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