Magic Tricks

It took me a while to feel "OK" with a few of the 'bold moves' in here, but with a little thought, and a bit of practice in front of the mirror, I was able to pull off what I thought were some 'weak spots', for me. He tells you everything you need to know. I never feel like its ALL up the inventor to figure out every little detail for me. I was initially concerned about the 'outcome' of the 2 minute art project, i.e. creating what you need for the effect. I didn't like the way they looked. Mr. Alexander addresses this and let me say for me, that helped, but it was really up to me to work out how I allow the spectator to 'test' the nail. Properly handled, what they 'see' isn't much of an issue. In the end, as he points out, you really don't need to do anything more with improving the look of your 'product'. Handled well, it's a non-issue. I have found a way to do that, and, where that person (the 'tester') sits in the audience can help too. I like to go to somebody on the end of a row for that moment. How one pulls the block from the bag in practice revealed a few angle issues, but nothing one can't protect against easily and I found, how I reach into the bag to bring out the block can be very helpful and it looks very natural even if one were actually 'hiding' something. I also don't need to do what Mr. Alexander offers as a last 'touch' of proving what's 'real'. It just isn't necessary, but it's good to know. As he points out, 'the apple' seals that deal. Then, I'm through. I think it's a great effect. I have performed it once with a live audience and will do it again, 'live' soon. So, I will continue to use it and that way, it's cost is acceptable. You CAN earn your money back with this one. People have asked to see again and the reactions of the audience suggest they like it. If you have any concerns, this is ABSOLUTELY safe for you doing as is suggested on the video. I won't use it in the 'Kid' Shows for obvious reasons but the Adult Audiences in my world have had a 'good' response to it. I guess you could say, 'small stage' or parlor for this one. I'm sure a skilled 'stage performer' could pull it off. Because I can 'move around' some, I'm fine at 10 feet. Its a 'good trick' if you want a 'roulette' type effect in your act. Its no danger to anyone and looks 'scary'. Yes, a little 'pricey'. Mr. Alexander tries to justify that but I would add, its OK because not everybody will WANT to afford it, and yet, it can be a 'regular' in your act should you choose to use it that way. I try to make this stuff pay for itself! Noting about this trick is 'hard' to execute, but for me, I'm glad I did the practice. I suggest you do the same.