UPDATE (2015): We now recommend ADA Aquasky range of LEDs which we have foudn to be far superior in performancs and design to all others on the market UPDATE: We now stock LEDs! Click here to read the article explaining why… The Arrival of LEDs At The Green Machine we are always on the look out for new and innovative products, so when LEDs came to the market we were very excited at the prospect…
Category: Tips & Techniques
Iwagumi Aquascapes: An Introduction
The term Iwagumi is commonplace in the aquascaping world. It is used to refer to an aquascape that traditionally uses stone as the only hardscape material. Iwagumi’s are captivating and beautiful: they seem to have a mystical sense to them and an ability to captivate even the most fidgety of people – it is hard to forget your first Iwagumi, but what exactly is an Iwagumi? Read on to find out… The term Iwagumi was…
Aquascaping and The Art of Relaxation
The Art of Relaxation is a very fine art, but surprisingly, we are never taught it in school. But why not? Relaxation is crucial to health and happiness, it is vital for clarity of thought, spontaneity and creativeness, and it can be learnt – it is just that it is rarely taught. We have noticed a strange phenomenon in TGM – whenever an aquascaper is at work, the whole atmosphere becomes noticeably more relaxed, calmer…
Graded Gravels and Decorative Sands: A Guide
Graded gravels and decorative sands can be used to achieve a very natural look in the Nature Aquarium and to artistically highlight areas of the aquascape, drawing the eye carefully around the creation. For further information, ADA Aqua Journal Volume 185 features uses of decorative sands. There are several different sands and gravels to choose from, and this brief guide will lay out the main characteristics of each; Graded Gravels We have two types of…
Wabi-Kusa
Read on to learn about the origins of Wabi-kusa and then click on the video link at the bottom of the page, or go straight to the Wabi-kusa video tutorial by James Findley by clicking here.This month we check out the very latest concept to hit the aquascaping market; Wabi-kusa.Like any true art form, aquascaping has continued to evolve and develop with every new generation that indulges in it. Once aquascapers had mastered the art…