Try getting a card clip. I know that it is expensive, but trust me, it's definitely worth it. I have a card clip from D&D and it definitely made my cards last longer.
I do not own Carney on Palming DVD, but I highly suggest you to do it because he seems a very good teacher. Besides, this dvd has more information on palming than Jason England Foundations.
I agreed with reverhart, we are now changing into a new era of this generation. People in today society see magicians wearing casual clothes in a nowadays like David Blaine.
Royal Road to Card Magic
Expert at Card Table
Card Control by Arthur Buckley
Expert Card Techniques
Paper Engine by Aaron Fisher
They are very useful books in which I enjoy reading and learning as well.
I never use cream or lotion before practising flourishes because it is going to wreck the cards. I always wash my hands with soap to keep the deck clean.
I like your Top shot after your practise. As time pass by, with dedication you put towrds it, you will catch the card every time you execute this move.
Congratulations on your wedding and best of luck. Is it just me, or does Chris Kenner looks like he lost a lot of weight? Other that that, he's looking great!