Need help deciding? 3D version or Original?

[Convict Cichlids]

They both look 3d

 

[greenterra]

I'd go with the original, can't put my finger on it what it is exactly but it's just more appealing to me. Not trying to derail but I'd like to see an update on the Jack, how big is the beast now? I was actually considering picking up a Lutjanus griseus from Jeff Rapps with your Jack being the inspiration. Now I know the Griseus isn't a Jack(argentimaculatus) but I imagine temperament and ultimate size would be similar. I know you got rid of your cichlids because of the Jacks beastly nature and I was considering trying a Dovii and Griseus comm. in the near future, do you think something like that might be feasible? Again sorry to derail.

He has gained size. By using a guide in front of the tank for measurement and waiting for him to swim right next to it, I'd put him at about 56cm which about 22" now. He is growing super fast. The Lutjanus griseus looks like a pretty cool fish. I couldn't really give you advise on that species having never kept one but I will say if it is similar in nature to the Mangroves Jacks you won't be keeping anything with it once it gets some size to it. As for an update, I did do one recently HERE which were actually the original images taken to make the shots above.

 

[Calvin Klein]

I love your work and I am always going to your web site to show people one of my dream cichlid set ups! You do amazing photography and that aquarium build you did was equally amazing. Keep on being great!

 

[Convict Cichlids]

What is his website?

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[greenterra]

I love your work and I am always going to your web site to show people one of my dream cichlid set ups! You do amazing photography and that aquarium build you did was equally amazing. Keep on being great!

Thanks for the kind words.

What is his website?

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[ShadowStryder]

3D all the way for me...........

 

[Itsadeepbluesea]

I think the first one has real character.

 

[greenterra]

Well since the poll results were the complete opposite at my local forum to here, it has turned out a pretty even match between the two designs averaging both polls together. With no outright winner, it has now come down to a vote here at home. Hence to say the non 3d version won and has now been ordered. I am expecting a 45" metal print to arrive sometime towards the end of the week. I will be sure to post up the results to show how well it turned out as soon as it arrives.