Nature-Inspired Aquascaping Workshop with LUIS NAVARRO

Join renowned aquascaping expert Luis Navaro as he shares insights gained from over 30 years of experience in the world of aquascaping. In this detailed workshop held at Green Aqua, Luis discusses the art of creating long-term planted aquariums without the pressure of competition. Learn about his unique approach to aquascaping, including layout techniques, substrate choices, and innovative use of equipment and materials.

Luis also provides an in-depth look at essential aquascaping techniques, such as using the 2:1 and 3:2 ratios to break the illusion of symmetry and choosing the right materials to maintain balance in your aquascapes. Discover the importance of simple techniques focused on nature and how they can transform your aquascaping projects into sustainable aquatic artwork

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AQUARIUM SPECS

AQUARIUM
Green Aqua Opti-White Aquarium - 243 liters, 120x45x45 cm (120-P)

AQUARIUM CABINET
Green Aqua Premium aquarium cabinet 120x45x80 cm

AQUARIUM FILTRATION
Eheim 2080 Professionel 3 external filter

AQUARIUM LIGHTING
2x Chihiros RGB Vivid 2 LED light - Black

CO2
Pressurized CO2 system with
Aquamedic 1000 external CO2 reactor

SUBSTRATE
Wio Sand Himalayat

AQUARIUM DECORATION
10kg Premium Dark Seiryu Stone
10kg Iron Wood
8 kg ADA Aqua Gravel S

PLANTS
10x Anubias barteri var. nana 'Bonsai'
10x Blyxa japonica
4x Bolbitis heudelotii
5x Bolbitis heteroclita 'Difformis'
5x Bucephalandra brownie 'Ghost Ulu Kapus'
8x Bucephalandra sp. 'Green Velvet'
6x Bucephalandra sp. 'Mini Red'
5x Bucephalandra sp. 'Needle Leaf'
5x Cryptocoryne spiralis 'Red'
14x Cryptocoryne parva
2x Eleocharis parvula
2x Eleocharis vivipara
2x Helanthium tenellum 'Red'
10x Hygrophila sp. 'Araguaia'
4x Limnophila hippuridoides
6x Marsilea minuta
7x Microsorum pteropus 'Trident'
10x Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan Boschii'
10x Rotala sp. 'Vietnam H'ra'
10x Rotala rotundifolia 'Orange Juice'
10x Rotala rotundifolia
10x Staurogyne repens

ACCESSORIES
Seachem Matrix
Seachem Pristine

LIVESTOCK
Microdevario kubotai
Trigonostigma espei

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
01:55 Substrate
03:20 Hardscape & Layout
11:39 Sand
14:04 Planting
17:44 A Few Words about Water Chemistry
19:40 Back to Planting
25:53 Outro
26:41 Final Look

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CREW
Camera Operators: Áron Tamaskó, Miki Bacskai, Csaba Viczián
Post-Production: Péter Hajdu, Miki Bacskai
Social media: Áron Tamaskó, Viktor Lantos
Subtitles: Tamás Demeter
Graphics, editing, and color grading made in DaVinci Resolve Studio

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[stoneysscapes]

These workshops have always made it perfectly clear that Green Aqua has the best channel for Nature Aquarium videos on YouTube and that's been the same ever since I got into aquatic plants, hardscape materials and everything else that makes Aquascaping the best hobby for beginners and Professionals and everyone who just needs a break from the outside World where spending a little time in front of the aquarium or their future aquarium. So Thank you for all the time and all the behind the scenes efforts and I know that coordinating can be hard to do but the voices that sets everything in motion truly makes this group of people the best in the world of Complicated Social Media / whilst running a great online business and one of the best aquatic shops

[SteveScapesYT]

OG! Luis is one of the scapers I looked up to, his AGA Contest entries inspired me in my beginner days (circa 2004-2006) when people like Felipe, George Farmer, Dave Chow and I were just online forum posters. Appreciate his friendship even today!

[Ankescapes]

Thank you for sharing this workshop, I really appreciate the lessons Mr Navarro has to teach.

[KodiakDDS]

It's surreal, but completely unsurprising, to see Luis running a green aqua workshop. Chatting with him, getting his advice, and seeing him working in the sand dojo at ADG was a highlight and an inspiration during my time in the hobby. Luis you're truly a wonderful person and an amazing aquascaper, wishing you continued success in all your endeavors.

[chelmsford]

What great sharing of Scaping history honouring Mr. Amano. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion, Sir. Loved the Scape, especially the placement of plants and wood.

[gabrielpifko]

Fantasztikus. Köszönet a Green Aqua-nak hogy ilyen bemutatókat tartanak, melyekből sokat lehet tanulni és inspiráló egyben. Hálás köszönet!

[puchadesjuan]

I just enjoy It so much your video Luis and Greenaqua staff!! This has been a year without competition for me and enjoy classy NA aquarium has been the BEST medicine for me.
Congrats Luis, you are amazing!

[edwardpinner]

Inspirational, informative, and emotional. ❤

[klebberbrazilian.theprofessor]

I really loved how Mr. Navarro with a simple approach achieved a great final result.

[lalitolomaz]

Luis Navarro, una gran persona. Tuve la oportunidad de conocerlo junto con Juan Puchades y Luca Galarraga en un workshop en México. Felicidades!! 🎉

[falcontrek]

2:38 What product did Mr. Navarro put on the Seachem matrix for the substrate?

[FishLoft]

That wood layout is awesome, great proportions!

[OlegPalyvoda]

Very natural and organically made. Thanks for the useful video

[llThaHunterll]

Loved his stories.. Great work everyone. Enjoyed this WorkShop. 🇲🇽🇭🇺

[nathanaelaquino]

Great show, Love that every guest come from all around the world to showcase a amazing scape, love it

[jurgen]

What a nice video once more, such a great guy Luis. Nice result

[BlackHeart_YouTube_Channel]

Thank you for this. Aquascaping is for the soul ❤

[jmaquascaping]

This may just be the BEST video Green Aqua has ever produced. Luis is an amazing aquascaper and person. Please, Please show this aquarium 6 or 12 months from now.

[greenmacaroons]

Precioso aquascape natural.queda precioso en la galeria❤

[fanssetiawan]

This tank what he Made, it's look like mountain forest in my country Indonesia, thanks for sharing your journey for build the aquascape, i really enjoy can look your presentation, even though not seeing it directly