One test of art is whether you would allow it in your living room and that is where many Dutch Aquascapes are to be found. Artistic is a word prone to misinterpretation and abuse. Dutch aquascaping aims to produce a beautiful arrangement of plants, using forms and colours in an environment which is well designed and presented. There is a holistic approach in which the plants, arrangement, equipment, and furniture all take part to create an elegant whole.The Dutch aquascape -- while it may be attractive -- is not artistic.
Andrew Cribb