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Best Aquarium Selection by Each Judge - Quiet stream - Katsuki Tanaka / Japan - IAPLC 2021

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The moment I saw this aquascape my eyes were completely capti-vated, because it is packed full of highlights. I was fascinated by its unforgettable view.

Best Aquarium Selection by Each Judge - Quiet stream - Katsuki Tanaka / Japan - IAPLC 2021

IAPLC 2021 World Ranking Announcement - World Ranking 0017 - Honour Prize

Quiet stream 

Author: Katsuki Tanaka / Japan

Aquarium Size/W120xD50XH50 (cm)

How to make it

[Part 1] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

[Part 2] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

[Part 3] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

[Part 4] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

[Part 5] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

[Part 6] How to make an aquatic plant aquarium ranked 17th in the world - IAPLC 2021

Aquatic Plants 

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Fish & Invertebrates 

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AWARDS

World Ranking 0017 Honour Prize IAPLC 2021

Comments from Mr. Jiangang Diao (People's Republic of China)

The moment I saw this aquascape my eyes were completely capti-vated, because it is packed full of highlights. I was fascinated by its unforgettable view. The layout looks so beautiful with the skillful layout composition, sufficient depth, and careful attention to details, giving it a mystical atmosphere. The photograph is static by nature, but there I could feel the infinite strength of the lwagumi arrange-ment, the vitality of aquatic plants, and the dynamic creativity of nature. The strength of rocks, yet with a quiet atmosphere, makes viewers feel delighted between the interplay of stillness and move-ment. When I took a closer look at it, I was completely mesmerized by how all the details blended together perfectly, and no matter how many times I look at it, I never cease to enjoy watching even the subtle parts of it. It's as if I were standing by a real quiet mountain stream. This aquascape is at the highest level of technical skills, composition, and beauty. I was enthralled, and at the same time, my heart was filled with respect for the aquascape and its creator and with a love for nature.

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