Beginner-ish grower looking for terrarium tips

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Hi Everyone, I am brand new to the forum and am looking forward to the discussions to come.

I have grown orchids in the past, and have been on a bit of a hiatus the last few years. I got into the hobby after inheriting my father's collection. The plants I have some experience with are coelogyne fimbriata, dendrochilum bicalossum, Oncidium, Bifrenaria, Laelia, cattleya, and phaelanopsis.

I had to give up the collection because a move forced me into a space that was very difficult for orchids, with only north facing windows.

After a few years and a little more expendable income, I have decided to give it another go. I have all of my father's orchid books and he had listed some species that he had interest in, I think one or two of these species would be a good start, as well as a nod to my father who got me started.

The genus' he highlighted in his books are as follows.... Amesiella, bletilla, dialaelia, trichopilia, dendrobium pendulum & loddigesii, and brassovola.

The second question is, I have a 75 gallon fish tank that I no longer use, it's dimensions are 48 1/2" long x 18 1/2" deep x 21 3/8" high. If I were to convert this tank into a terrarium, would any of those genus/sp be suitable for a terrarium?

My perception is that a terrarium environment would be easier to control than attempting a windowsill again, but I may be wrong about this.

Also, if I were to go this route, what are some pitfalls or tips to suggest before I begin putting something together?

Thanks for looking! I look forward to your responses!