[TheStoriesOfTop7] Wind and Water - Trinh Ha Le / VietNam - IAPLC 2022

The seventh place in the world ranking (Bronze Prize) went to the work "Wind and Water" by Mr. TRỊNH HẠ LỄ from Vietnam, which scored total 1,157 points. This work was selected individually as one of the top 10 works by 4 out of 10 judges, with Mr. Albert Con- nelly Jr. (U.S.A.) giving it high marks. The charm of this work is the calm and natural atmosphere that pervades the entire landscape. The creator daringly avoids any high-impact expressions, and instead, sticks to natural, understated expressions. Moreover, the placement and use of various aquatic plants, mainly epiphytic aquatic plants, are skillfully done, and each plant enhances the natural atmosphere in various parts of the layout. The layout itself is natural and stable, and the exposed surface of the stones and driftwood that form the foundation is optimal. In terms of fish selection, the choice of Trigonostigma heteromorpha, one of the standard species for such aquascapes, is a good choice, but it can be said that this work has the potential to enhance the aquascape even more depending on the choice of fish. If we consider the aquarium as a habitat for fish, we would like to see more aquascapes that make the most of the fish's presence and impression

IAPLC 2022 World Ranking Announcement - World Ranking 0007 - Bronze Prize

Wind and Water

Author: Trinh Ha Le / VietNam

Aquarium Size/W120 × D50 × H50(cm)

Aquatic Plants

Taxiphyllum alternans

Callicostella prabaktiana

Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame Moss'

Taxiphyllum barbieri

Lomariopsis lineata

Hemianthus micranthemoides

Micranthemum sp.

Anubias barteri var. nana

Anubias barteri var. nana pinto

Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'

Bucephalandra sp.

Microsorum sp. 'Narrow Leaf'

Microsorum sp. 'Trident'

Fish & Invertebrates

Trigonostigma heteromorpha

Hyphessobrycon amandae

Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi

Caridina flavilineata

Ancistrus sp.

Neritina turrita

AWARDS

World Ranking 0007 Bronze Prize IAPLC 2022

Comments

Two years ago, my city went into lockdown and all activities were restricted due to the outbreak of Covid-19, and I couldn't even see my friends in person. This year, all activities returned to normal. Our group gathered to watch this year's result announcement on YouTube. Two members from the group, including myself participated in the IAPLC 2022. We were very nervous and excited when the hosts announced the rankings. Everyone was staring at the screen. When the other member was announced as 14th place, the whole group erupted in cheers. And when they started announcing the 7th place and above, I got even more nervous. Finally, my name was displayed in the top seven, and for the first time in my four years of participating in the IAPLC, I was able to make it into the top seven. We were very excited to see the two members achieve such high rankings. All of our hard work and effort has paid off. We will use this as encouragement to pursue our passion.

Comment from Mr Frederic Fuss

A really unusual design.
It was extremely difficult for me to analyze the individual aspects so that at some point I gave up.
Instead I focused on understanding the creative idea. In fact the title fits the layout. It looks like a strong gust pushed the structures from left to right. The resulting landscape is truly one of a kind. The openings add lightness and depth to the design. The very dark colors and deep shadows add a lot of drama.
A sophisticated concept that offers more than meets the eye.
My sincere admiration

Comment from Mr Andre Longarço

Awesome layout very dynamic and vigorous.
Good perspective and nice shadows giving a sense of depth.
The health of plants more precisely the health of mosses could be better at the same time the Anubias could be planted more naturally. They are very lined up.
If the central void in the upper portion would bigger would increase the focal point and the layout would win more perspective and sense of depth.
But anyway congratulations for an amazing job!!!

Comment from Mr. Juan Puchades Rufino

I love the dynamics of the structure. I gave an especially good ranking for this tank because even though it is a huge elaborated structure the ratio and balance of hardscape and plants is perfect. Also a huge natural feeling was obtained by the author. Congratulations!