People just starting out in magic usually wonder how to jump start their magic career or hobby. People are always asking, “where do I start?” and the answer may be simpler than you think. Often these eager talents just want to go to a magic store and purchase a ton of gimmicks and get started. This is not the best approach. Until you know what to do with all of those expensive tricks, they will never work for you.
I believe in working backwards from this type of thinking. Actually developing some skills first will give you the best start. And believe me, you’ll be so glad you did.
A good magician is able to perform magic anywhere, at anytime, with anything. This can only happen with some vital skills that can be developed without spending much money at all. Misdirection, slight of hand, and a little mentalism should be all you need to learn to get a great start.
First off, let me say that there are tons of videos, and books on how to perform all this stuff. Go to the library, get on the internet, wherever you can to get some great coaching on these basics. It’s out there so don’t feel that there is no one out there who will teach you. Start researching and you’ll find all the coaching you need. Start practicing with a plain deck of cards and some coins. That way, you’ll be able to borrow a coin or an object from anyone and be able to do a magic trick.
Once you are good at some basic skills, start to build up your skills of patter, performance and building rapport. These are critical skills. In fact these are useful skills in whatever business you are in, but especially effective in magic.
It all comes down to you and your diligence to learn the fundamentals. Practice makes perfect of course, so whatever you learn, make sure you practice it over and over again so that it becomes second nature.
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