Newbie attempt.

[davdandy]

Ok, I've started my basic setup but still unsure on the final look. I'm happy with the rocks but the large piece of bogwood to the left has me puzzled. Forget the dirty glass and substrate, I'll deal with that later

 

[The Miniaturist]

Is the big piece of bogwood basically boomerang-shaped or does it have any interesting bumpy bits on the inside?
It appears to shadow the left hand back corner quite heavily & may cause problems for any plants you plan on putting there.

 

[davdandy]

It is boomerang style, I'm not happy with it really as I was when I first bought it. I'll take it out and try some others I have. Thanks

 

[megwattscreative]

One thing you could try and do is move the boomerang shaped wood so that it follows the curve of the other roots/ azalea (?) pieces. Then you could get a more natural flow. Sherpa design has some good videos explaining / demonstrating this technique 🙂 have you considered cutting the boomerang-shaped piece into smaller lengths? Then you would have some more options.

 

[Little]

I love that big boomerang bit, could you flip it so it’s like a ships hull? With the rest of your layout that could give some cool Viking ship style vibes.

 

[davdandy]

Concept 2. Yeah or meh?

 

[The Miniaturist]

Can you fit bendy wood round a couple of the rocks & have branches sticking out of the side?
It would create a soft s-shape in wood, anchored by the rocks. Plenty of room behind for planting & branches for epiphytes to grow along.
Or am I being too arty! 🖌️

 

[davdandy]

Can you fit bendy wood round a couple of the rocks & have branches sticking out of the side?
It would create a soft s-shape in wood, anchored by the rocks. Plenty of room behind for planting & branches for epiphytes to grow along.
Or am I being too arty! 🖌️

Interesting idea, I'll give it a try. Thanks

 

[davdandy]

Concept 3