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Kyle Elder Regular user Fresno, California 119 Posts |
Buying good magic props can be tricky especialy those who are just starting out. I know I have many props stuffed in drawers that I purchased and don't use.
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Dynamike Eternal Order FullTimer 24148 Posts |
When using a rubber chicken, check out "Chicken Scratches". http://www.lulu.com/shop/floyd-collins/c......169.html
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......m=110#13 |
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Jim Sparx Inner circle Far Out, Texas 1144 Posts |
Tell your mother you need all this stuff. Ask her to raise your allowance.
http://hocuspoc.blogspot.com/2009/03/guided-tour.html
Et tu, Spartacus?
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/chispadeelpaso.html |
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Fizzban Magic Loyal user and Jedi Knight 204 Posts |
The Zombie ball and the linking rings are two very popular and very classic pieces of magic I don't think anyone has mentioned yet
James. |
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Dougini Inner circle The Beautiful State Of Maine 7130 Posts |
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On 2012-03-16 02:30, Bob1Dog wrote: Oh, but PLEASE, (I'm begging now) do NOT get a change bag like this! http://www.clown-ministry.com/images/change-bag.jpg This just screams gimmick/suspicion! At least get a change bag that doesn't draw suspicion! Like this: http://www.fabricmanipulation.com/magict......5-0.html The ad copy states: Here is the perfect change bag for restaurant and bar magicians. Nothing is more innocent looking in a bar or restaurant setting than a real Crown Royal bag. We have performed our own magic on this bag and turned a 9" X 12" Crown Royal bag into a change bag. It's very clean and easy to use. If you've been searching for a change bag that doesn't look tricky or out of date, this is it. Or, this change bag has an extra feature: http://tonychrismagic.com/stealthbag.html Sorry to overwhelm ya on change bags. That "Church Collection" bag so many have used in the past sets my TEETH on edge! Doug |
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wingz Regular user 155 Posts |
My suggestion for Magic Props for new person are:
* A desk of Card (Bicycle or other good quality brand). * Some Sponge balls * Some coins (e.g. US Half dollars) * Lots of magic books (starting with some self working trick books) This will already got him/her lots of mileages. Personally, I don't think new person should buy fancy props or single effect props until he/she knows the basic and know what type of props that fit them. |
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MattSD New user 14 Posts |
Hello all!
New to magic here! I have lots of gimmicks but my one concern is examine-ability. I have all sorts of decks but they can't really be examined by the audience. I like the people I perform for to be able to examine everything, especially when they think its a trick deck! That's my favorite expression! Sleight of hand is my choice but I'm sure there are lots of cool gimmicks that can be fun. Thanks for the suggestions and I look forward to trying them out and incorporating them into my routines! |
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AGMagic Special user Cailf. 775 Posts |
MattSD - It would be great if every prop we used could be examined before, during and after a performance but they are not. With proper routining you may get to examinable before and after of at least before or after. It is a common mistake that new magicians make to believe or want everything examinable. It simply isn’t necessary. If you treat the object like it is normal, your audience will accept it as normal.
If you are using multiple gaffed decks make sure they are all the same back pattern & color. Start with a normal deck and do a few slight oriented effects. Set the deck aside and do something else then come back to cards using a different deck. If done correctly, your audience will assume it is the same deck and not question it. A similar strategy can be used for many things. The main focus of magic should not be learning tricks but audience management. Until you learn how to entertain an audience and how to manage them you are just another guy doing tricks or presenting puzzles to be solved. Folks will burn you with their eyes and look for the method that allows you to do the trick. When your audience is truly entertained they won't care how you managed to accomplish the miracle. They'll just attribute it to MAGIC.
Tim Silver - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Magic-Woodshop/122578214436546
I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant. Visualize Whirled Peas! |
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AGMagic Special user Cailf. 775 Posts |
Andy - The best props you can buy are the ones you will use. Once you have figured out what you want, buy the best you can afford. There is a lot of junk out there. Invest in quality and it will last. Ask specific questions about the props you want to buy here on the Café and you will get lots of good info. If you are near a brick & mortar magic shop, get to know them. Many shops will let you examine a prop for quality before buying, or return it if it is inferior quality but it will never happen if they don't know who you are.
Don't buy any prop just because it is cool or you want to know the secret. Have an idea how you will use it and how it will fit into your routine/show before you spend your hard earned money on it. Of course you can always ignore this advice and become a MAGIC COLLECTOR.
Tim Silver - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Magic-Woodshop/122578214436546
I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant. Visualize Whirled Peas! |
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rklew64 Inner circle 1265 Posts |
We All become magic collectors at some point. It is the nature of this hobby. That includes props that are homemade and still requires one to spend some money.
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Andy Young Special user Jersey Shore, PA 813 Posts |
Well to give everyone an update. I bought a die box and a dove pan. I have been playing with both and got good items. I think that if you buy a good item it will stay with you and cost you less in the long run. I have been having a lot of fun with both of my props and I think they will go good with my current routine that I am working on. Which starts with cards, then rope, dice tricks, cups, and I end with the dove pan. I have a crochet ball that I took the innards out to use with my dove pan that I make it change into candy and a thank you note. Well thanks again for all of the great advice and I look forward to more.
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Erdnase27 Inner circle 2505 Posts |
Glad I quit the expensive Prop buying hobby years ago
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Leland Inner circle St Louis 1180 Posts |
Mark Wilson's book and a quality set of 'Cups and Balls'. Spend some good time learning it, performing it and you'll have a good foundation on which to build on.
Life of Magic!
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Jim Sparx Inner circle Far Out, Texas 1144 Posts |
Stay away from any recommendations of a fire bowl. They are dangerous, can burn you and your clothes severely, and if dropped can start a fire you might not be able to put out. For that matter, stay away from anything that relates to fire.
Et tu, Spartacus?
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/chispadeelpaso.html |
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HCM New user 58 Posts |
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On 2012-03-16 08:59, jimhlou wrote: Good advice. And build on that with books! There are so many great books that will teach you more than any prop or effect ever will. |
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lehmannbindery New user 51 Posts |
Andy,
Do you have a Magic shop near by? If they are good, they will help you with your selections. Frank |
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Andy Young Special user Jersey Shore, PA 813 Posts |
Well I haven't found one around me that isn't a good long drive. With gas so high it really is a hassle.
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ageo New user Bogota, Colombia 72 Posts |
Andy, How did you manage with your magic hobby? Are you still needing advice?
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