Like with any type of art, the artist must be able to envision the complete composition before starting it. The plan for the layout doesn't always have to be very concrete, however a fundamental design idea needs to happen before the tank is put together.
So what are some ways we can get an idea? First would have to be looking at other aquariums or photos. To copy a composition is simply the first step with any form of art. There are many professional aquarist who have shown and published their work, who will give a novice aquascaper more than enough material to copy.
Creating an original is not so hard either. Once we establish the theme and layout its just the matter of trying different plants and materials in different places. It sometimes could mean spending some time on each rock or piece of wood. Turning it and trying it in the layout.
At this time knowledge of plant or coral growth is very important. The hobbyist must be able to envision how the specific type of plant will grow to fill in the space. With corals in reef aquariums it is even more important as they grow much slower and require specific lighting and water movement conditions on top of the esthetics.
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