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Bottom line: You're a demonstrator, not a magician in this capacity. Your job is to perform tricks that are instock, visual, easy to do, and get the audience excited about the notion that they too can perform these miracles for a minor investment. You're looking at this all wrong. You're...

Not really... you can only perform magic for one of two reasons. 1) For profit or 2) For pleasure. Sure you can create a multitude of sub categories, but they will all fall under one of those two reasons. Please allow me to be clear on something... I'm not trying to be condescending to the...

Since that statement was ambiguous in its direction Andrei, just to clear the air, I mean no dis-respect towards cardistry when I asked to its commercial applications. I certainly hope no offenses were taken. I know when it comes to this subject you're quite an authority.

I can understand Bone's train of thought behind why he was motivated to release it for free, and being that it is his material he is able to do so, however that being said I have to say that I don't like it. I think the action of posting this material for free really devalues it for those who...

That's a good point Senior Vega however what about the internet? With some events, such as McBride's Wonderground or Angel's new project, it's going to become easier and easier for people to watch (live) performances from the ease of their own computer. If someone were to do that, or make an...

Well I thank you very much for the kind words to my personal situation, but lets examine this subject from a greater distance. The point I'm getting at is what if Joe Teenager who is just getting out in the working world doing shows (often free or for little pay) wants to get the word out...

With all this debate about cardistry, I have to play devils advocate and ask: Just how viable is the art form for commercial use outside of marketing DVD's to other magicians or enthusiasts? Seriously, when have you ever paid or would be willing to pay money to see someone perform cardistry...

I was about to type out a thread post advertising some gigs I'm doing next month, and then it hit me... Is shameless self promotion too goush? I mean is there a standard net-etiquette for this kind of thing? Is there a line between someone else promoting your stuff, and you doing it? Or is...

50 bucks for a first gig is fair. Especially for only 30 min.

I'm home already!

Boys, Enough! Both of you. Shame on you Austen for starting it. And Shame to you for allowing it to continue Rich. If this keeps up, it won't be long before a mod steps in and shuts this thing down. I don't want to see that, but don't mistake me... I'll be the first person to report this...

I'll be interested to see what happens with it.

First and foremost WELCOME to the forums! It's nice to have you here, and I'm sure you're gonna meet a lot of neat people who can help you along the way with any question you may have. The fun thing about magic, is that it accepts all kinds of people into it. She's a loving mistress who...

Well I suppose it's time for me to throw my hat into the ring, and post my comment on this thread. I think think the biggest argument here in this thread is due to a perception problem. To which point of view are we looking at the subject matter from? The view point of the professional worker...

Really? How is this being constructive to the overall thread. Would you both kindly get back on topic. Thank you.

Sounds like you already know what you want to do. Not sure what kind of help you could use from us/me.

I believe they are looking for the next Mind Freak.

There's always going to be someone out there that will build a case for pro-card only magic in the professional setting. John Armstrong, Tony Picasso, and Paul Gordon are just a few. However if you ever get lucky enough to spend a night or two at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California take...

Call me crazy, but I prefer using the soft tip D'Light Thumb Tips, just pull out the electronic part.

If you're going to do walk around then I recommend having more than four bits in your act. You should routine two acts consisting of between five and seven effects each. That way you can switch up material at any point in time during the evening and still keep the show fresh. Other items like...