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DaleTrueman Veteran user Australia 317 Posts |
Hi,
if there is an existing topic or site on this please let me know, I have searched and not found. I'm interested in the terminology used in magic. An example being effect or trick? Is there a difference between the two or is one considered more correct than the other? Another word I saw in a thread was gaff. I can make a guess at what it meant by the context but if anyone has the time to explain a few words that novices like myself might not be familiar with, I would be very greatful. |
alfvallarta New user Mexico City 12 Posts |
"Effect" is used to explain the consequence of an action, if I am not wrong on this. What ye look for is not only do "a trick" but to create an effect on both yer hands and the spectator's mind. Of course I'm somewhat new and can be wrong.
Gaff is (I do hope the following is not exposure) a tricked prop in order to accomplish an effect.
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pradell Special user Alaska 560 Posts |
From The Magician's Dictionary, i.e.
http://www.glossarycentral.com/magic/ EFFECT The intended and perceived outcome of a magic trick or illusion. What the spectator thinks he or she sees happening. GAFF See gimmick. GIMMICK An object that appears natural but has been altered to create a magical effect. For example: a box with a secret compartment, or a specially printed playing card. Sometimes called a gaff. :magicrabbit: |
funsway Inner circle old things in new ways - new things in old ways 9981 Posts |
There have been several discussion on the Café' about the difference between a gaff and gimmick in the minds of most performers. Also 'feke' Do a serch on any of these and enjoy the journey. Many have a more expanded view of 'effect' and 'trick' as well.e.g. 'trick' equalling the skeleton and 'effect' being the flesh, with 'make-up and cloths' added in presentation.
It is good that you enquire as to the difference -- but it may be unique to each author or performer.
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DaleTrueman Veteran user Australia 317 Posts |
Thanks all, the glossary is very helpful.
Funsway the skeleton and flesh metaphor is a good one. I was just thinking something similar. It had occured to me that perhaps a trick is simply the mechanics whilst the effect is the overall performance. |
Mr. Mystoffelees Inner circle I haven't changed anyone's opinion in 3623 Posts |
Agree with funsway, but to me, an effect is what I like to use instead of "trick" which just sounds second rate. An illusion is a large, stage effect. Beside, "trick" has already been reserved by the ladies of the night...
Also known, when doing rope magic, as "Cordini"
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DaleTrueman Veteran user Australia 317 Posts |
Haha Mandarin, yes I guess telling people I have being doing tricks on the street downtown might give some the wrong impression
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