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Wrestling with Magic: The Three Presentations

Wrestling with Magic: The Three Presentations

Curtis Kam - Monday, May 9, 2016

Category: About Vanishing Inc

In this excerpt from Wrestling with Magic, Curtis Kam discusses the various types of presentation for magic effects.

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The Magician's Secret

The Magician's Secret

Art of Magic - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

The magician depends upon mystery which in turn depends upon secrecy. The ability to make something happen that others know cannot happen is necessary to the successful magician.

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Observations by Bill Simon

Observations by Bill Simon

Art of Magic - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

Bill Simon shares what he has observed about magic, including the contemporary approaches to practice, performance, and more.

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Wrestling with Magic: Experience Trumps Theory

Wrestling with Magic: Experience Trumps Theory

Curtis Kam - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Category: Articles

Curtis Kam allows us an excerpted essay from his excellent notes on magical theory, Wrestling with Magic. Enjoy a pithy discussion of the merits of experience.

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Wonder cabinet

Wonder cabinet

Art of Magic - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

The estate has countless doors. Bedrooms, bathrooms, a library, smoking room, parlor, even a turkish bath. But the real treasure of the manor—the true opulence of the home—isn't found on the other side of a mahogany door.

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Library of Wonder: Adam Rubin

Library of Wonder: Adam Rubin

Art of Magic - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

The first post in the Library of Wonder series, New York based magician and author Adam Rubin has generously provided a collection of books that are without a doubt required reading.

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The Magic of Meaning

The Magic of Meaning

Art of Magic - Sunday, March 6, 2016

Category: Articles

Magic and Showmanship. Is it still relevant today? Read this excerpt and see if you agree with it.

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Deceptive Practice

Deceptive Practice

Art of Magic - Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

A feature-length documentary on the Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay.

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Lincoln Now: The Art of Cardistry

Lincoln Now: The Art of Cardistry

Art of Magic - Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

The art of Cardistry may have started as just a beloved hobby among enthusiasts, but when the juggling duo began making videos to document their routines, a movement began.

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A Magical Search for a Coincidence

A Magical Search for a Coincidence

Art of Magic - Saturday, February 20, 2016

Category: Art of Magic

Helder discusses the small coincidences that pervade everyday life and why it’s so important for us to be aware of those little magic moments.

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The Impostress Princess Expanded

The Impostress Princess Expanded

Peter W. Tappan - Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

The Impostress Princess Expanded • Peter W. Tappan • 6" x9" hardbound with dustjacket • 137 pages • 19 illustrations

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Unspeakable Acts: Three Lives and Countless Legends of Tom Palmer, Tony Andruzzi, Masklyn ye Mage

Unspeakable Acts: Three Lives and Countless Legends of Tom Palmer, Tony Andruzzi, Masklyn ye Mage

Jim Magus with Terry Nosek and Neil Tobin - Sunday, May 1, 2011

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

Unspeakable Acts: Three Lives and Countless Legends of Tom Palmer, Tony Andruzzi, Masklyn ye Mage • Jim Magus with Terry Nosek and Neil Tobin • 9" x 6" laminated hardcover • 2011 • 534 pages • approximately 150 black & white illustrations, mostly photographs

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