Acronics Statement of the Art

[reefmutt]

Kevin, I'm keeping it real here... You know I'm a fan and expect only the best from you..
Although, there are a million fantastic spots for corals, I find the scape a bit busy...
Having said that, my scape is no less busy, but if I had to do it over, it would be less so..
Either way, I can't wait to see the tank filled with drool worthy coral..

 

[Acronic]

Thanks guys.

I definitely get that Matt. Honestly, the scape changed several times from my initial bonsai / minimal vision. Adding rock after rock I had to resist the urge to "fill the voids" searching for the final product that the corals should be creating, prompting me to remove rocks.

It doesn't quite translate well through the photographs but the undersides are all an open network of tunnels and pass-throughs which should be awesome for observing the fish and there are going to be alot of fish. The uber minimalist style would not be conducive to keeping many fish, no matter how much I love it. Surprisingly though, the lines really flow well the more I look at it. So far the urge to change it hasn't overpowered me Plus, that bowl/ledge filled with sand and crushed coral is badass. I hope some gobies or jaws call it home.

 

[reefmutt]

I hear ya.. Photos never demonstrate the depth and intricacy.. Finding that balance between openness and maximum real estate for coral placement is the most perplexing part of aquascaping. Creativity pulls you one way and practicality pulls you the other..
Ultimately, it will look awesome..

 

[Bello]

Oooooohhhhh! :thumbsup:

Looks great, I like the swim holes through the left structure, should look pretty cool....

Are you doing any LPS/softies for the front area or leaving it open?

 

[tripdad]

Thanks, very nicely done. Can't wait for a little time to pass so we can see it "sticked"

 

[CW from the OC]

Rock scape looks great. To my eye it looks right, as it looks right now.

I worry that it will become a "wall of rock" when the corals grow out. I'd remove at least 1/3 of the rock.

Awesome build, can't wait to see it mature!

 

[Acronic]

Oooooohhhhh! :thumbsup:

Looks great, I like the swim holes through the left structure, should look pretty cool....

Are you doing any LPS/softies for the front area or leaving it open?

Thanks buddy, I dont plan on having much of anything on the sandbed. I hate the look. Of course a few lings are mandatory... like a brain or fungia.

I hear ya.. Photos never demonstrate the depth and intricacy.. Finding that balance between openness and maximum real estate for coral placement is the most perplexing part of aquascaping. Creativity pulls you one way and practicality pulls you the other..
Ultimately, it will look awesome..

:thumbsup: be careful what you wish for

Thanks, very nicely done. Can't wait for a little time to pass so we can see it "sticked"

shhhhh, dont tell anyone but there is a birdsnest hiding in the back... :lol: A few days is long enough to wait right?

Rock scape looks great. To my eye it looks right, as it looks right now.

I worry that it will become a "wall of rock" when the corals grow out. I'd remove at least 1/3 of the rock.

Awesome build, can't wait to see it mature!

Alright!!!! you guys win. But your only getting ONE rock!

Geez, no mercy round here

 

[tmc1313]

Finally! Man, I've been waiting a long time to see this get set up, LOL. So far, so good. I really like the scaping, it has a lot of openness to it for some good flow and placement of corals. Can't wait to see it progress. Following along.:thumbsup:

 

[reefmutt]

I approve. Less uniform across the top.
Makes the peaks more interesting..

 

[Dukester]

wow, looking great, one thing if i was to do my tank over again i would keep the rock at least 6-8" away from the side panels, once you have some coral on those rocks its going to be impossible to clean the side panels efficiently, and by the looks of it i bet you are going to keep a really "clean" look to the tank. cant wait to see this develop into something great!! way to go!

 

[Acronic]

Finally! Man, I've been waiting a long time to see this get set up, LOL. So far, so good. I really like the scaping, it has a lot of openness to it for some good flow and placement of corals. Can't wait to see it progress. Following along.:thumbsup:

Its only been a year :beer:

I approve. Less uniform across the top.
Makes the peaks more interesting..

Thats what I use to tell my hairdresser.... now I cut my own hair

I guess you could say my scape peaks your interest? :lolspin:

wow, looking great, one thing if i was to do my tank over again i would keep the rock at least 6-8" away from the side panels, once you have some coral on those rocks its going to be impossible to clean the side panels efficiently, and by the looks of it i bet you are going to keep a really "clean" look to the tank. cant wait to see this develop into something great!! way to go!

Thanks! If a coral gets in between the glass and the magfloat.... its fair game. I use to stop for snails but now I just keep driving the magnet right over them. I like to make vroom vroom and gear changing sounds when I do it. Same applies to corals now. I am a menace to society :uzi:

 

[KritikaL]

sorry if this has been mentioned which lights are u using ?

 

[Bello]

sorry if this has been mentioned which lights are u using ?

+1

:lol: I'd like to know from which Disco did you steal those lights from?

 

[biggles]

Looks great to me mate. I know how hard it is to convey the depth of field created in rockwork but you've created a multi leveled structure that's perfect for overlapping acro placement. I see a lot of scapes created now days that look cool but will result in much wasted real estate with no forethought as to the end game.
Can i ask what the gap is between the two structures, i'm surprised you didn't gap them more but it might just be the pics.
Like everyone i'm looking forward to the acro carpet bombing that's coming. :thumbsup:

 

[glaukos]

Wow kevin!
I knew you would make something beautiful but you exceeded the expectations i had!
I like it soooo much:dance:

Great job!
I can't wait for the corals to go in.....i would say in other cases,but in thisone...i'm already happy seeing the scape!:rollface:

 

[Acronic]

sorry if this has been mentioned which lights are u using ?

2 x Nova A4's and a Reef Brite XHO blue. Looking to add an halide if I can stomach going back to the stone age.

+1

:lol: I'd like to know from which Disco did you steal those lights from?

Come to the Funky Side :strooper: Bello, I am your disco daddy

Looks great to me mate. I know how hard it is to convey the depth of field created in rockwork but you've created a multi leveled structure that's perfect for overlapping acro placement. I see a lot of scapes created now days that look cool but will result in much wasted real estate with no forethought as to the end game.
Can i ask what the gap is between the two structures, i'm surprised you didn't gap them more but it might just be the pics.
Like everyone i'm looking forward to the acro carpet bombing that's coming. :thumbsup:

what can I say, I like a tight gap. Carpet bombing? sounds naughty, does it involve a koala by chance? If so, count me in, I'll leave my keys in the fish bowl.

Wow kevin!
I knew you would make something beautiful but you exceeded the expectations i had!
I like it soooo much:dance:

Great job!
I can't wait for the corals to go in.....i would say in other cases,but in thisone...i'm already happy seeing the scape!:rollface:

Thanks buddy, Im glad you had low expectations

 

[KritikaL]

i'm from the uk, never heard of a4 novas :S i have 2 radion pros over a 4 footer with the wide angled lenses, but i struggle to hard to take any photos of it...

Just a complete blue mess. any tips?

 

[Acronic]

i'm from the uk, never heard of a4 novas :S i have 2 radion pros over a 4 footer with the wide angled lenses, but i struggle to hard to take any photos of it...

Just a complete blue mess. any tips?

Get some software that can tweak the white balance, unless you have a camera that can do it Changing the lighting to a white spectrum will help too.

 

[Acronic]

Sump is coming along. It aint the sexiest thang on the block but it gets the job done.

Kitty checking the levels

Best way to hang filter socks

Check out my new coffee mug! Its killer :uzi:

I do have one last finishing touch to ensure that routine maintenance is performed. :beer:

 

[sahin]

Yes...how can you resist doing a water change when you get a view like this: :lol: