http://www.markbaluk.com/promonew.wmv

Comment-s welcome

Hi Mark
For what ever you think of my opinion, I think this video is very good all around.
I have to say this one does look a bit better than the old one on the site for the most part. You have slowed the pace so the camera can actually follow you! Do not be afraid to slow the balls down a bit more even, give people a chance to count for themselves as you go-. Come closer to the camera, or at least put the action closer! <please! my older eyes are slowing down!>
Just after the pip change, there is a couple seconds of you in front of an audience- I cannot hear what is said clearly, nor can I see you clearly- dark jacket and dark background- perhaps add some lighting; though if you are trying to show audience reaction, I am not certain this is the right clip to use, maybe try one from a closeup bit one on one with someone, getting their face and reaction with the effect- just my 2cents worth!
Good job of stepping forward of the background so the shadow drops! Also good job of changing form the yellow backdrop that washes out the cards, etc.

I actually miss the front titles of suggested events, people might not think to use you for some venues if they are first searching for party of kids stuff, you might put that bit back in, or find a way to add it back onto the site somewhere- scrolling message, ....Whatever, I just think it can't hurt to plant a seed in the customer's mind!
Good job on not letting your site get stale, and good luck to you in your magic!
Kay

I'll write more later but here are some quick thoughts.
Overall it wasn't bad.
You could use more live footage (that we can understand)
In you singles production, face the audience you already know whats happening; you don't need to watch the magic.
If you are looking to book stand-up and stage shows I would cut some of the close-up magic.

Greetings,

This video is a good start... With my experience, the client wants to see you infront of a live aud. and wants to see how you handle their aud. on stage..... Basically they want to see a teaser of your act, costumes, props, magic, comedy, etc.. They want to get a feel of your style......

Keep working at it... You are ahead of many magicians of your age and even older.....
I wish I had a video of this quality way back when.....

Cheers

I agree with what Curtis and Kay said.
Let me expand on what I said before:

I personally didn't like the music; some routines with patter or partial routines with patter would be nice.
There are some point were the lighting isn't great but it's not that bad.
It still needs some work but you’re getting there. Good work!

Any updates in the video?????


Cheers

As of now, no.

I plan to reshoot some things soon, both in studio and live... Then I can put some better quality live clips into the video.