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The One Veteran user 325 Posts 
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WOW! You are exactly right Jonathan! I should've noticed that before
I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end...
I came here... To tell you how this is going to begin. |
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Mark Storms Veteran user Seattle, WA 393 Posts
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I am asked about 50% of the time that I perform for a new person "Where did you learn how to do that". I either reply, "lots of practice" or "in various different books on magic". Most say that is pretty cool and still respect you for your skill. I have also pondered weather or not that strengthens or weakens what I have just done for them. Im just not sure.
Find out what you cannot do.., Then go and do it!
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27300 Posts
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Again... they want to talk, this time to tell you they admire the magic.
you are free to simply respond with a question like "did you like it?" and perhaps add "my teachers sometimes like to hear that" if you want to build some mystique. or if you are old or egotistical enough you can tell them you invented the thing and want to know if it's a keeper. either way, keep it all about them, they really don't want to know how much skill or money or time or ... was involved.
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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George Ledo Magic Café Columnist SF Bay Area 3042 Posts
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On 2006-02-03 17:58, Jonathan Townsend wrote: Right on the button, Jonathan.
That's our departed buddy Burt, aka The Great Burtini, doing his famous Cups and Mice routine
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jimtron Inner circle 2039 Posts
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On 2005-11-26 13:48, landmark wrote: I agree with what others said; how much are you going to get from a Richardson book after briefly flipping through it, especially if you know nothing about magic or mentalism? On the other hand, what if she wants to know the secrets? What if she says, "wow, I don't understand this, but it looks fascinating"? Give her the title and author, and she can buy it, like you and I did. Or go to the 793.8 section in the library and learn magic for free, like many of us have. I don't see this as a problem, personally. Quote:
Noone should be learning or practicing magic in public. Magic should not have the impression of a skill that can be learned. I think most people have heard of magic sets, magic books, and magic stores, and realize that magic is an art or craft or trade or whatever that anyone can learn. Do you think most people believe magicians were born with the skill? |
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rossmacrae Inner circle Arlington, Virginia 2477 Posts
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Just the other day I walked into the local Borders and saw, right there in the vestibule, a stack of magic sets right next to the juggling kits and other craft stuff. And you notice that these things have not put any magicians out of business. No, no, NO! You can't learn how these things are done, they're closely guarded magic secrets passed on to us by masters, practiced in private for years and jealously safeguarded from public exposure! If you found out about it I would die! .... .... [*snicker*] |
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27300 Posts
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Right on Ross,
And don't mind if new books appear on the shelves discussing "three fly", the latest in gaffed coins, the wonders of USPC and their willingness to print any sort of cards we want, etc etc. How about a public and explict discussion of the latest material from Osterlind and Ammar so the casual buyer can get their local B&N or Amazon to order the set for them if it's not on the shelf? Or is there something we are ignoring in this process? Any problems with someone posting a complete discussion with illustrations of "professor's nightmare" and maybe some related material?
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24314 Posts
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On 2005-11-21 09:18, Skip Way wrote: I doubt this is a case of shame. It may be a case of "that's none of your business." In this particular case, I think I would answer that it was a book a friend of mine wrote about his public speaking experiences. I would not say, "I'm a magician, and this book is about how people perform mindreading effects." Or maybe, I'd wait for a tuba solo and break wind. That usually moves an unwanted spectator about 3 feet from me. 
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
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jgravelle Loyal user Milwaukee (Head shown not actual size) 270 Posts
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Don't wanna be bothered? Try:
"Oh this? I'm supposed to find a hobby as part of my twelve-step recovery program, and I'm considering magic. It's hard to find something I can do that won't violate the terms of my parole, though. Let's see... (thumb through the pages)... rope tricks are out... handcuffs are out... sawing a lady in half... heh, that's what got me into trouble to begin with..." Regards, -jjg |
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tomrav Regular user Middlesbrough,UK 167 Posts
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Ultimately, I don't think it really matter what you said. There are arguments on both sides. I must admit, I'd be hesitant to say I was reading a magic book for the reasons you said.
Tom R |
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JJDrew Loyal user Arizona 221 Posts
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On 2006-02-02 14:30, The One wrote: Oh please elaborate on this. What is your rationale for this statement? It could be the beginning of a very interesting discussion! |
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JackScratch Inner circle 2151 Posts
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I find my audience apreciates a little human feeling. They like to know I'm a real person. No, you shouldn't expose, or by action alow things to be exposed, so practicing in public is kinda bad, though not for flourishing, but come on, you don't have to be a flawless atomiton.
As for answering the question. Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar. Be a human being and just answer the question. I wouldn't give any details I didn't have to. Certainly don't just say the name or author of the book, but say "I'm a magician and I'm reading a book about magic." |
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