Justinf67 ( I think that's right ) : The new setup looks awesome... the dark backround draws one's attention away from the pretty colored gravel or decor and places it on the fish where it should be with Africans.
Sweetlowride: That is the look I would strive for in your African setup. I like the new addition of rockwork, but the fake plants make it look like your typical community setup. I'd ditch the plants and continue building rockwork. As you progress you'll find there are plants like Giant Vallisneria that do well in hard water and can add back that planted look while helping your water quality as well.