Lets say that I want to produce a "new" effect, how do I make sure that this effect wasn't already made by someone else? Is there a database that can supply me with info about effects already made?
Research, like at the site JoshL8 gave you or the Beir archive (sp?).
Make a video, host it somewhere discreet (unlisted on YouTube or behind a password on Vimeo, for example) and show it to people who know more than you. People like RealityOne who has an encyclopedic level of knowledge.
Lets say that I want to produce a "new" effect, how do I make sure that this effect wasn't already made by someone else?
Will Durant said:Nothing is new except arrangement.
First: Assume it's been done before. This will save you a lot of grief - most of us have re-invented existing tricks many times.
Second: Research, like at the site JoshL8 gave you or the Beir archive (sp?).
Third: Make a video, host it somewhere discreet (unlisted on YouTube or behind a password on Vimeo, for example) and show it to people who know more than you. People like RealityOne who has an encyclopedic level of knowledge.
Quick note here: We don't offer pre-approvals for the Marketplace. If you want to publish on the Marketplace you have to submit both a completed trailer and instructional video. From there it will either be approved for publication or declined.Very good advice. Magic sites like Penguin and Theory11 also check the originality before publishing your trick so maybe send them a draft version of the idea first before shooting the final video.
Definitely show it to people you trust that have a good knowledge of magic. It's always nice if possible to have friends that have a different skillset and knowledge base to help with magic.Lets say that I want to produce a "new" effect, how do I make sure that this effect wasn't already made by someone else? Is there a database that can supply me with info about effects already made?