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This year as well, I was able to know the results at the same time as the world's layouters . The degree of tension and excitement is not a hump because I can understand everything from my ranking result to the Grand Prix work at once. I really like this style ^^ Thank you to all the ADA staff for hosting such a wonderful simultaneous world event . Well, my result was 20th.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

It is the same ranking as 2017. I wasn't very good at growing aquatic plants, and I thought I couldn't expect a ranking, so I was happy that it wasn't the target single rank

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

Let's make it ~

Step 1: Ideas 

Decide on a theme and composition

I will decide the theme and composition while drawing a rough sketch . Just draw your ideas on paper or notebooks and scatter them.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

I draw quite a lot.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

There is a memo about internal organs. Maybe I was drunk, I didn't have to lay out the internal organs. ..

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

The theme will be solidified as you draw

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

Make a skeleton

The theme and composition are decided

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Step 2: Materials

I decided to use driftwood to create an image of the wind blowing. This year I also imposed rules on myself. "Show the subject clearly" . I think this is often said as a winning method for Racon, but I think it's very important. The stronger my feelings for the work, the more I want to add the elements I like, but I think that it will be easier to convey the charm of the work if you narrow it down to one . This time, I made the modeling simple and stopped expressing the depth in detail. It 's just an expression, "The wind is breezy." 

Step 3: Hardscape

Start building the skeleton. Place the driftwood while being careful not to stop the flow of composition or arrange it in a messy manner .

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

I drew a composition on the front surface of the aquarium with a whiteboard pen. (It's a little hard to see, but ^^;)

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Arranged along the line. .. ..However, driftwood with such a convenient shape is not so common, so I cut it with a saw and joined it together.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

It took some dexterity to fix a large driftwood sideways and almost floating. Suspended in the air using octopus thread and cellophane tape.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Insert three rod-shaped driftwoods and support them from behind.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Firmly fixed with silicone that does not contain antifungal agents.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Seen from the side, it is in a forcible hammock state.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Seen from the front, it's just like the image. I managed to support it without obstructing the flow.

Place the driftwood according to the line drawn directly on the aquarium

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Suspended with octopus thread. Adhesive once the position is decided. If not, try again.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Repeat the trial and error several times,

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

The skeleton is now complete. (Actually not yet ^^;)

Inject water and check the reflection condition

The appearance will change when water is in it, so check by pouring water. (We put heavy stones on driftwood that seems to float)

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

↑ It is hard to see due to air bubbles, but especially look at the reflection of the glass on both sides. It doesn't seem to be a problem ^^ and I was relieved to
leave it for a day

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

I wonder if activated carbon can do something about it. .. .. ^^; I'm sure it will be somehow!
Regain your mind and drain the water.

Making the bottom floor

Make a certain slope behind the driftwood with uneven locks and lava stones

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Fill the gaps with cotton to prevent the soil from running off.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Spread the soil.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Behind the driftwood is a steep slope of soil.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Where you want to keep this slope as much as possible.

 

Step 4: Planting

Planting new large pearl glass

New large pearl grass is planted on the entire slope.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

The crawling power and root tension of the new large pearl glass is strong, so it keeps the inclination of the soil firmly.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

However, it is the first time for me to make such a steep slope with only a little material that blocks the soil

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

The reason why I made the entire rear part soil is because I wanted to make shadows with aquatic plants instead of making shadows with materials . Creating shadows with materials such as stones and driftwood requires a lot of space, which reduces the space for planting aquatic plants. In this work, I wanted to plant Morimori stalked grass and also make a lot of shadows, so it is also an attempt to reduce the material to the limit and try to make shadows only by trimming and the length of the aquatic plants . Well, will it work? .. ..

Mist type start

Grow new large pearl glass while keeping the temperature and humidity high by keeping the aquarium sealed. I replaced the air and sprayed it about once a day. Most of the others are left alone.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

We will also plant aquatic plants in the state of floating leaves between household chores

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

It's a little bit every day, so it's a really laid-back work. It's a calm time ^^

Immediately before water injection.

I can still see the soil, but it's growing a lot. The mist formula on driftwood does not last very long. .. This is because mold grows easily. Weird mushrooms may grow. (It can't be helped because it's a tree ^^;)

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Mold can be passed a little, but if it grows too much, it will affect the aquatic plants. Once the roots have taken root to a certain extent, water is injected before it grows strange ~ ^^;

Inject water 

The roots of the water leaves have grown considerably.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

After planting the underwater leaves, we will pour water where the aquatic plants have been squeezed

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Place a stone on the driftwood that seems to float.

Water injection completed!

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

It seems that the soil does not collapse and keeps a steep slope.
(I'm still not careful, but ^^;)

Growing aquatic plants

From here

・Water change
・ CO2 addition
・ Lighting intensity & time
・ Water temperature & water quality

We will support the growth of aquatic plants while controlling these.

At the same time, observe and record the growth of various aquatic plants.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Even if it is called a record, it is just a quick shot with a smartphone. (After all, this is the most accurate and easy ^^)

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Calculate back from the actual shooting date and set up a trimming schedule.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

I hope that all the aquatic plants will grow to a good position on the shooting day and the apical buds will develop beautifully. .. ..

No ~ ~ Difficulty in controlling everything. .. ..

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

There were some aquatic plants that did not grow well this year (also this year ^^;) . All aquatic plants are picky like ADA's Nature Aquarium tank!
I want to make it into a state.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Adjust the layout

We will also adjust the layout while promoting the growth of aquatic plants .

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

If you shoot from the front, youcan clearly see the improvement points. I noticed that the power is not good and I am adding driftwood ... ↓

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Put the fish in and check it by taking a frontal shot.

There are many things that you will notice when you take a picture and see it as a single picture converted into two dimensions

Take a picture with your smartphone and repeat the fine adjustment. There is no drill ^^; Adjustment work continues until just before shooting ~

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

There are many things that you will notice when you take a picture and see it as a single picture converted into two dimensions

Final adjustment on the day before shooting

The day before shooting

Make a final check on the degree of shading and omission.

After that, I added or reduced aquatic plants and materials a little , and cut out the aquatic plants that popped out.

Make fine adjustments.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

The aquatic plants that are not in good condition are fluttering. ..I wanted to grow it more beautifully! 

On the day of shooting, CO2 addition was stopped to prevent bubbles from coming out of the aquatic plants . The Amano shrimp will definitely stand out, so I will ask you to move temporarily. Scoop everything and move to the stock tank. (This takes a lot of time ^^;)

Clean the moss on the aquarium wall and carefully polish the aquarium.

Finishing water change. Prepare for tomorrow's shoot.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

 

Step 5: Final

What to do on the day of shooting

Stand a black panel to prevent it from being reflected in the aquarium.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

All of YUKAI who will take pictures have arrived. The setting of shooting will proceed.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Every year, on the day of shooting, we ask Katsuki about the evaluation of the work.
- What are you saying ... I'm thrilled ^^;
- Katsuki said: that the shadow in the middle is good.
- Was good~~~!

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Thank you very much for your busy schedule! !! Put your hands on the backs of the big seniors in your life.

Happening during shooting (in my heart) . .. For some reason, the fish was hidden and did not come out. What should I do ~~~~!

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Time to wait for fish. .. .. Try sprinkling food or calling. .. It's hard to come out. .. .. ..
When my palm was moistened with strange sweat, he came out solo.

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

As a result, it may have been nice to have an elegant atmosphere like swimming solo . (It may be a bit of a forceful interpretation, but ^^;)

This year's entry was also a wonderful entry with the help of photography .

This year too, he took a really wonderful shot! I really thank you!

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

He waits for a while and plays with his son. My son looks happy! ^^

[Step by step] progression IAPLC 2021 Rank 20 Talking to the wind - Eri Tokusashi / Japan 

Take a photo of your family!

This is the end of making. thank you!

There is also a making shot taken in time lapse. Please take a look if you like ~

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