Urbanek's 250
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mhucasey
Acros & wieners, oh my!
May 30th, 2016 Photo Update
Here is FTS that also includes my cabinet. I find it difficult to get a good photo of both the tank and the cabinet, so this was a blend of two photos.
May 30th - FTS with Cabinet
Absolutely breathtaking woodwork- I've made a lot of wood furniture and I love the richness and character of the wood you went with- and what a story behind it too!
SchnitzelReef
Active member
Man that is an amazing pic. I love peninsula tanks. I hope my next house house an area for a peninsula. I know a lot of people do custom tanks and put them in wall, that would never work for me. I love being able to see my tank from 3 sides.
Great job keeping an amazing Sps tank!
Great job keeping an amazing Sps tank!
roosterchef
New member
Brad, you've received enough praise to make anyone's head swell, but it doesn't seem to spoil you. All of it deserved, by the way.
I'm in the restaurant biz and have learned the value of good lighting (drama, not par). And when I hear someone mention negative space it reminds me of how I try to explain to my cooks that less is more and the value of negative space in plate composition.
Makes me smile to see you employ these concepts so effectively, and I truly LOVE seeing a tank that balances animal husbandry with aesthetic beauty so well. Sometimes, the designer acro race gets tiresome, and it's so rewarding to see someone who cares more about these other goals.
Thank you.
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I'm in the restaurant biz and have learned the value of good lighting (drama, not par). And when I hear someone mention negative space it reminds me of how I try to explain to my cooks that less is more and the value of negative space in plate composition.
Makes me smile to see you employ these concepts so effectively, and I truly LOVE seeing a tank that balances animal husbandry with aesthetic beauty so well. Sometimes, the designer acro race gets tiresome, and it's so rewarding to see someone who cares more about these other goals.
Thank you.
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urbaneks
New member
May 30th, 2016 - Response to Feedback
mhucasey - As I've said many times, I appreciate the time you take to check in and make comments on the journal. Like you, I've a fan of wood working and all of the amazing things that can be done with it. Blending woodworking and reefing is a great benefit of having multiple hobbies.
Ddial - Thanks so much!
SchnitzelReef - Thanks for stopping in to check out the tank again. Peninsulas have their pros and cons but for me the pros do out weigh the cons. I'm with you on the in wall tanks. While they are beautiful, I think you lose some dimension to the tank.
roosterchef - Really great insight! I had never considered negative space, rule of thirds, etc when looking a dinner plate but you are absolutely correct. I also appreciate the comment about the praise not spoiling me... I love to share info with fellow reefers both new and experienced. Again, thanks so much for leaving the kind words.
mhucasey - As I've said many times, I appreciate the time you take to check in and make comments on the journal. Like you, I've a fan of wood working and all of the amazing things that can be done with it. Blending woodworking and reefing is a great benefit of having multiple hobbies.
Ddial - Thanks so much!
SchnitzelReef - Thanks for stopping in to check out the tank again. Peninsulas have their pros and cons but for me the pros do out weigh the cons. I'm with you on the in wall tanks. While they are beautiful, I think you lose some dimension to the tank.
roosterchef - Really great insight! I had never considered negative space, rule of thirds, etc when looking a dinner plate but you are absolutely correct. I also appreciate the comment about the praise not spoiling me... I love to share info with fellow reefers both new and experienced. Again, thanks so much for leaving the kind words.
Squibege
New member
Every time I check this thread I get inspired. I can't wait until my next build so I can learn/ shamelessly copy all that I can from this thread.
I agree that fts forgo so much detail, but I also think that very close up shots do as well. I love the pictures that show both the beauty of the corals you have as well as how they are placed within the tank and how they interact with everything else. Gives a great sense of awe seeing it all come together so artfully.
Thank you so much for sharing this tank with us!!
I agree that fts forgo so much detail, but I also think that very close up shots do as well. I love the pictures that show both the beauty of the corals you have as well as how they are placed within the tank and how they interact with everything else. Gives a great sense of awe seeing it all come together so artfully.
Thank you so much for sharing this tank with us!!
urbaneks
New member
Photo Recap for January through May 2016
As I've done with each month's recap, here is the year in review dating back to New Years. This is what taking a photo of the reef each day for 5 months looks like. Thanks again for all that have viewed, subscribed, liked and commented.
As I've done with each month's recap, here is the year in review dating back to New Years. This is what taking a photo of the reef each day for 5 months looks like. Thanks again for all that have viewed, subscribed, liked and commented.
urbaneks
New member
Ooohmygoooodness! I can't believe I just found this the other day. You've done an amazing job with all the carpentry, and just look how happy all the animals areThank you for sharing and I definitely subscribed!
RBKKREEF - Glad you found me. Thanks for the kind words on the aquarium and thanks for subscribing.
reefmutt
Active member
Photo Recap for January through May 2016
As I've done with each month's recap, here is the year in review dating back to New Years. This is what taking a photo of the reef each day for 5 months looks like. Thanks again for all that have viewed, subscribed, liked and commented.
This is the coolest wallpaper!!
When you get to 12 months, you may take a whole page with one post. That's going to be really neat to see.
stevenmiller27
New member
I believe your unknown montipora is the jedi mind trick
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urbaneks
New member
June 4th, 2016 - Photo Update
June 4th, 2016 - Photo Update
June 4th, 2016 - Photo Update
It's been a few days since I've updated. Here are few new photos. Thanks for looking.
One of my all time favorites. I feel fortunate to have found this guy
Cool Macro of one of my Hermit Crabs
Artistic Shot of my Geometric Pygmy Hawk
A shot of one of my few zoas
June 4th, 2016 - Photo Update
June 4th, 2016 - Photo Update
It's been a few days since I've updated. Here are few new photos. Thanks for looking.
One of my all time favorites. I feel fortunate to have found this guy
Cool Macro of one of my Hermit Crabs
Artistic Shot of my Geometric Pygmy Hawk
A shot of one of my few zoas
urbaneks
New member
JamesHolt - I created a template in photoshop and I just drop my images into the template. Nothing fancy.
stevenmiller27 - I think you may be right. Thanks for taking the time to view, comment and Id the coral.
stevenmiller27
New member
Yw. Thank you for sharing your piece of the reef
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SkullV
They Got My Number
Had an opportunity to see this tank in person today (and get two unbelievably generous frags). The tank is absolutely stunning, but what you notice most is how fat the fish are while still having a spotless tank and beautiful coral coloration. This tank is absolute proof that with the right nutrient export you can really have it all!
