jude Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Hi everyone Cees is not approving replies in the Member's Tank sections and I can see why - it will be much nicer if it just consists of photos. http://www.fnzas.org.nz/fishroom/viewtopic.php?t=4720 link added : cees But I am keen on seeing the replies because I want the feedback. Can I ask if you would put any replies here ............ and if those who have already replied are willing, perhaps they would repeat it here. Thanks Jude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livebearer_breeder Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 I pm'd you, I wasnt surprised he didnt want replies, i thought that was the case so didnt. It makes sence, makes things alot more tidy. 250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 The tank is looking good Jude but I think it might help if you were also able to post pics of each 'angle' separately. It looks a little bare in the middle at the bend but I suspect it is the camera angle making it look that way and not so in actuality. I would like to know more about those lights. Brand, where you got them, price etc if possible. They are really neat and low units and look very unobtrusive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cees Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 A couple of close-ups would be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo1 Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Jude, that looks really great, you did a wonderful job and it can only get better with time. Caryl, the lights are sourced from Petware and can be purchased either in single or double units. They go up to a 6ft model although the bulbs are only 4ft. Bulbs included but not sure how good they are. If you want a price PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Thanks everyone I agree it does look bare in the corner Caryl. Its almost impossible to photograph that bit and its also very difficult to see into the back corner - its almost like an optical illusion, the fish appear to swim right 'off the screen' and then reappear somewhere else. I have two pieces of driftwood there to hide the paraphenalia and an amazon sword between them, towards the back of the corner. I am hoping that it will help show up the corner as it grows bigger - the green will be easier to see than the black background. The lights are Ocean Free brand. These ones are called the super classical light set - 120cm. Each light contains 2 flourescent bulbs - 30w. Thats all the info I can find on the box, I suspect I might need more lighting later but it seems fine now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 I will also try to post separate pictures of the angles and some closeups. I tried today but there were too many reflections on the glass so I might try again tonight. I used a tripod but the photos still looked blurry, I am wondering if its the effect of the glass ......... but I'll keep trying. Cheers again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Sheeshh, two replies and I still managed to forget some of the answers. I got the lights from Twiglands - a garden centre locally. Price on box was $130 but I got them for $89 each - on special and with a 10% discount. I've seen the same brand at animates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Thanks Jude. When you photograph the tank, try putting both strip lights onto the one 'angle' as you photograph it. The more light the better. Take it at night and try with the room lights off. No reflections. I will bring my camera with me on the 15th too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plecs Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 hi Jude I thought it looks great! Can see why you dont want fish that will upset the plants though! How long has it been since you put the plants in, as they look really well established. Great tank! well done! plecs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 5, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2005 Hi again Just an update for those who wanted some close-up shots. Cees has added them to my original post in the tank section. And thanks for the feedback and encouragement everyone Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianemone Posted January 5, 2005 Report Share Posted January 5, 2005 very impressive tank jude, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Holiday Posted January 5, 2005 Report Share Posted January 5, 2005 Very very nice, well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 5, 2005 Report Share Posted January 5, 2005 The closeups help give a better idea of what it looks like. Can't wait to see it "live" next week :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disneyworld Posted January 6, 2005 Report Share Posted January 6, 2005 I remember you told me about the L-shaped tank, Jude. Absolutely love it, next time I'm out your way (that is once a month ) I would love to pop around to have a personal look at it. The planting of the tank is inspiring, it has given me some ideas for my own tank which I'll have to set up shortly :roll: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 7, 2005 Report Share Posted January 7, 2005 You are coming to the BBQ at Jude's aren't you disneyworld? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 7, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2005 Yes she is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jude Posted January 7, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2005 You would be more than welcome to pop in at any time Disney, and once the plants are more established I should have spares to give away. See you at the bbq Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billaney Posted January 7, 2005 Report Share Posted January 7, 2005 Hey Jude The tank looks awesome!! the plants make it !!, Well set out and well balance, wish mine looked that good! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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