‘Triptych’ Aquascapes by James Findley, The Green Machine

These aquascapes were planted by James Findley for the Aqua 2010 Trade Show. James explains that his inspiration for this piece came from the traditional triptych style commonly used for altars and ecclesiastical stained glass windows in churches: he describes how he wanted to present nature at her best and in all her variety so he used the traditional triptych form of presenting three art works together. James explains how the three aquascapes each depict…

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TGM Nature Aquarium ‘Re-birth of the Jurassic Forest’

Aquascape by The Green Machine The new design is to evoke a sense of a new dawn, new growth and new life. We also wanted to bring some colour and contrast into the aquascape. This comes from the Ludwigia Glandulosa, Rotala Rontundifolia and Ludwigia Arcuata contrasting with the dark greens of the Microsorum and Bolbitis. The design is based around several triangles and with a mound or central (triangle) island design. The use of ADA…

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ADA at The Green Machine – Nature Aquarium Aquascaping Demonstration

  The above image shows the aquascape approximately three and a half months after planting- a testament to the excellent quality of ADA products. ADA contacted The Green Machine, a specialist planted tank and aquascaping retailer based in Wrexham and offered the shop UK distribution rights of ADA products. The owners, Jim and Mark, were understandably flattered by the invite; a reflection of the shop’s enthusiasm and dedication towards the aquatic plant and aquascaping hobby…

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