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Hi everyone, I am very excited to announce that the Garden Style Aquascaping Contest 2023 is now accepting entries. The GSAC is a single style contest with the mission of promoting the garden style (Dutch-inspired). Please go here for more information on the contest and how to submit your...

Hi, As a sump user, I can tell you that you want to a) make sure to prevent a break in the siphon tube of your overflow during a power outage, and b) you want to have a quiet overflow/sump. The first issue is managed with an air pump that will turn on and pull the air out of the siphon tube...

Hi everyone, Just a quick note to let you know that I do have a new podcast going called the Tank on Fire podcast. It's a daily podcast in the style of a fireside chat. You can find it on iTunes and Stitcher. All the best, Art

Top 10 Reasons Why People Fail and How to Avoid Them | ScapeFu054 is out. Go have a listen and let us know what you think of our top 10 list. Do you have any others? http://scapefu.com/top-10-reasons-why-people-fail/

Hi all, It's been a while since I updated this thread with episodes. We are by episode 53 now. How was your Valentines Day? In a fun episode, JJ and Art share with you the aquascaping styles they are currently in love with. ScapeFu Podcast #53 is out. Click the link below...

SF, thanks for reply. How did you arrive at boiling your aquarium from my words?? I didn't say that. My point is simply 1) minimize chances of BBA getting into your aquarium and 2) maintaining your water parameters and golden equilibrium will result in any algae going away. It is true that...

Guys, while I appreciate your remarks, I'm scratching my head because it seems to me you have taken my comments out of context in your replies. In fact, I think we are saying the same thing, right? Maintaining good water/fertilizer/light/CO2 parameters is key. My simple point is that...

Hi everyone, Interesting read and thought-provoking. Here are my thoughts: The study of symbiosis between algae and bacteria is still evolving. There are about 200 different species of freshwater algae in the division Rhodophyta There may be many species of Black Beard or Brush Algae (BBA)...

Like was mentioned, 30 months. I'm in the US and it's not that easy getting over there. Let's see what life brings ($$$) to make it happen. Positive thoughts!

Oh! Thanks so much (muito obrigado) for your kind words of encouragement. We will definitely keep putting the episodes out. I'm trying to get to Lisbon before they take the exhibit down. I'm hoping they choose to leave it permanent. Please let me know if you encounter any problems with the...

In case you face this again, I use a fog maker on a timer sitting in a water bowl. For a two week vacation, I would seal well and then put the mister in a bowl connected to a timer so that it goes off for 2 minutes twice a day. This will keep the humidity up and prevent drying up.

Hey Vador, In my experience, the only real way to keep them separated well is to use something that divides the two and is invisible (as much as possible). I use thin plexiglass that you get at your local home store and is easy to shape with heat. I did a pro tip on this in case you're...

Well? I could simply add more ferts and supplement CO2 with DIY yeast?

Hi all, A little late to the interesting discussion but I thought I would throw in how I view things. To me: Low tech = low levels of technology in the planted aquarium Mid tech = medium levels of technology in the planted aquarium (most hobbyists) High tech = high levels of technology in the...

Pedro, I'm watching with interest. In my experience, the Dutch style is relatively easy to do conceptually but extremely difficult to do well in practice and long term. Diligent and masterful trimming will make it the Dutch style. Less than that and you end up with what I call a fruit stand...

Hey Michael, Like was said above. Don't be disheartened. Everyone starts somewhere and most of us have been where you're at. Here's some suggestions for you. I would suggest you surf the web or here on UKAPS and find an aquascape that inspires you and that you would like to replicate. Then...

Hi everyone! I'm not sure how often this thread catches anyone's attention here at UKAPS but I figured I would update those that do find it. The ScapeFu Podcast is now up to episode 35 (The 1 Thing Takashi Amano Does That YOU Don't) with episode 36 (5 Reasons You Should Enter an Aquascaping...

Hi Julian, Great set up. We just did a podcast on this: http://www.scapefu.com/dry-start-method-7-tips-for-success/

Hi everyone! ScapeFu Podcast episode 23: 3 Ways to Put Story into Your Aquascape is now live! All great aquascapes tell a story, very much like great photographs or paintings. In this episode, I share 3 ways you can put a story into yours to make it awesome. Go have a listen and, if you like...

Hey thanks! We thanked you in the latest episode!Hi everyone! ScapeFu Podcast episode 17: The Basics of Lighting a Planted Aquarium & George Farmer is now live! We have a great segment on Interzoo 2014, a wonderful interview with George Farmer and we talk all about the basics of lighting a...

Hey, thank you. It's always motivating to get feedback that people are listening and enjoying the podcast. More to come! Art

Hi everyone, Episode 15: Measuring CO2 in Your Aquarium is now live! Please go have a listen!

Hi everyone, ScapeFu Podcast Episode 14 is now live! This time JJ and I welcome a new co-host, Jurijs, we discuss 5 tips to incorporate an aquarium into any room, and we have the first ever interview with Mike Senske of Aquarium Design Group talking about their new product line, Aquavas! Go...

Hi everyone, Episode 13 is now live! This time JJ and I are talking cycling the planted fish tank. We went out and asked Tom Barr what his thoughts on the subject were. As always, he shares nuggets of knowledge and wisdom. Go have a listen. It's available on iTunes (leave a review please!)...

Hi Stu. Thanks. Sent you an email via your site. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi everyone, I'm compiling a list of the aquascaping contests from around the globe. In an effort to not miss any, I'm asking for your help. I'll start with the easy ones: International Aquatic Plants Layout Contest by Aqua Design Amano Aquatic Gardeners Association Aquascaping Contest by...

Congratulations, George! I wish you the best. Let's see about getting the TMC products over the pond? ;-)

Hi everyone, Other than fellow hobbyists, where do you buy your aquarium plants from? How's the quality? Thanks and regards, Art Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Hi everyone! Thanks, Thomas for your kind words. I wanted to let everyone know that I've posted Episodes 1-4 so far. I'll be releasing all 12 episodes over the next few weeks. I hope you like them and ask that you send me your thoughts and comments. If you like what you hear, I would ask that...

Episode 2 is up - Ghazanfar ghori.

Hi all, Just a quick note to say that I "re-released" episode 1 while I work on the new episodes. Think of it like a re-run but, if you haven't heard it before, it's new to you! This one has an interview with Eric Olson. Would appreciate your thoughts and spreading the word. If you like what...

Hi all, New post analyzing Viktor Lantos' beautiful aquascape: Analysis of Viktor Lantos – Forest | ScapeFu

With the indulgence of the moderators, this is a link to ScapeFu for UKAPS members. I hope it gives you a better understanding of this site and how to navigate it. Thanks, Pepe!

Hi everyone, I'm back at it and building a list of aquascapers that you would like for me to interview for the Scapefu podcast. Who are the current aquascapers of interest in your opinion? And, yes, I have George on the list. I'll begin pestering him soon ;-). Thanks and regards, Art

It was a pleasure to write the analysis and I thank George for allowing me to do it. Before I knew it, I had 3,000 words down and had to stop myself. Warm regards

Episode 12 is up. JJ and I talk about fertilization. Please let us know what you think!

Mr. Amano doesn't speak English, unfortunately. Mr. Hayakawa is a close associate and is the one that does speak good English and translates for him. I may attempt an interview through him. I want to get a few more podcasts under my belt before, however. I should find my radio voice before...

Folks, Thanks for the suggestions. Some of the names are on my list already. I'll add the others. It's really just a question of coordinating a good time for the interviewee that works. Keep them coming!

Hi all and thanks for posting this George! We are on iTunes so please check it out there. Also appreciate any feedback. We really do try to focus on all areas of the planted aquarium hobby. Our first interviews with ADG were to get an understanding of a company that has really helped the...