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I've actually heard both schools of thought when it pertains to business cards. I have heard of Draven's which is how I do mine, because at times TOO much information is very cluttery and looks horrible. These types of people choose to only list a Name, Phone, and Email as well as some type of...

Sometimes the best thing to do is have another magician film you because they know the angles of the effect and what maximizes the effect for the audience.

It is true that not everyone is a good candidate for a hypnosis show. If you have ever watched a hypnotist work they will start out the show with around 15 people up on stage, but then after the initial few phases and relaxation techniques, the hypnotist may ask a few if not half of those...

Thanks Craig for your valuable input as well. I like to hear what others have done in the past with bartering.

No problem guys. I always try to share any experiences that I have that might help someone else out in the future.

....Barter. Hey fellas, I was contacted yesterday by a local YMCA organization in my hometown for me to possibly perform magic or do balloon sculptures at a summer Subway challenge race this June. They wanted to hire me to help bring in more families and make the race a fun day for...

What was his biggest mistake he has EVER made in magic and what he learned from the experience. This could have been in one of his shows or even David's shows where he just accidentally screwed something up but there were some major consequences.

Crede, our magic club does the EXACT same thing. Every meeting there is a theme. Our next meeting is March 28th and our theme is you must perform a magic trick that is "funny" or meant to be humorous. February was card trick only night. Some nights it is NO CARD trick nights or "teach the group"...

Joshua Jay has a sweet routine that finds I think about 5-6 cards. I'll try to remember where all he "found" them or you could possibly email him on Vanishing Inc.

Goatears, that's what I thought would be the 3rd card as well. It makes sense that way.

Great responses everyone. I was hoping to spark a little interest back on the board.

Great Draven, now there are probably 20 Easter Egg Cards missing colorful envelopes. Kidding....ha ha.

I just thought I'd share something that most of you working guys probably already know, but even if some of the rookies take something away from this it will be worth it. The other day I performed a variation of a Chicago Opener, but instead of just my colleague's card back changing color I...

It wasn't bad, but I wouldn't say it was ground breaking material either. I don't flourish at all and can pretty much do all of that just from beginning card handling skills. Don't waste time showing off the cards laying in piles, ribbon spread or showing the backs. Nobody cares about cards...

Nice Variation of Color Monte for St. Patrick's Day. Thank you for sharing. I would even look for some green bicycle backed blank cards if you can find them. It would go with the theme a bit more. Your audience seemed to enjoy the effect as well. Good job.

I really liked this because it was a bit outside of the box and interesting. Thank you, thank you, for not using cards. It held my interest and you seem very calm and relaxed. You have an enjoyable personality that would make it darn near impossible for a heckler to mess with you.

That is AWESOME news man! Glad you shared that with us. Would love to see even some small clips or pics of your act at the festival.

As mentioned, some people absolutely do not want to be on camera. They get too nervous and cannot speak clearly or stutter. Other people are easily embarrassed and their face gets red. Or...once the cameras are rolling they get the shakes and cannot perform the sleights correctly. Trust me. I've...

Greens, welcome to the boards. William has answered your question exactly how I would have so I won't rehash any of it. Thanks Will. Have fun here, look around, watch some videos, read through the posts, and network with some of our members.

Correct, if it is pretty much the same or utilizes the same principle and / or gimmick it will NOT be accepted. Keep in mind though that you can make improvements / and or modifications to an effect and with proper crediting to the original it "could" potentially get through.