Magic Video - Diagonal Palm Shift by Ricky Smith (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Unlock the Secret of the Diagonal Palm Shift
Step into the world of advanced card manipulation with 'Magic Video - Diagonal Palm Shift' featuring the acclaimed sleight of hand artist, Ricky Smith. Originally documented in 1902 by the legendary S.W. Erdnase, the Diagonal Palm Shift stands as a cornerstone technique for discreetly palming a selected card from the middle of the deck. This digital download offers a rare opportunity to learn this intricate maneuver from one of the most respected figures in modern magic.
Expert Instruction from Ricky Smith
Ricky Smith, renowned for his exceptional skill and insightful teaching, guides you through every nuance of the Diagonal Palm Shift. While he might humbly disagree, many consider Ricky's execution of this move to be among the finest. His nearly hour-long video tutorial provides an incredibly detailed explanation, captured from multiple angles, ensuring you grasp every subtle movement and timing cue. You'll gain an understanding that goes beyond simple mechanics, delving into the artistry and psychology behind effective palming.
Beyond the Basics: Variations and Historical Context
This comprehensive tutorial doesn't just teach you the core move; it opens doors to a universe of possibilities. Ricky Smith provides invaluable guidance on exploring a plethora of variations and advanced applications. Discover insights and tricks from an illustrious lineage of magicians, including masters like John Carney, Dai Vernon, Bill Kalush, Paul Chosse, and David Ben. This historical and practical breadth ensures you develop a deep, well-rounded understanding of the Diagonal Palm Shift and its place in card magic.
Enhance Your Learning with Erdnase's Original Work
As an invaluable bonus, your digital download includes a copy of the original three-page write-up by S.W. Erdnase himself. We highly recommend reading this foundational text first to gain a profound historical and theoretical appreciation before diving into Ricky Smith's contemporary masterclass. This combination of classic literature and modern, expert video instruction provides the most complete learning experience available for truly mastering the Diagonal Palm Shift.
Original Specs
First published in 1902 by S.W. Erdnase, the Diagonal Palm Shift - a secret maneuver for bottom palming a selected card placed into the middle of the deck - is explained in detail by one of this generations most beloved sleight of hand artists, Ricky Smith.
Although he would argue otherwise, we think Ricky does the move better than anyone and could not be more pleased with this exposé on one of our favourite sleight of hand techniques.
In addition to the video tutorial we’ve included a copy of the original write-up which we suggest reading first. It’s only three pages so won’t take long. The video itself is nearly an hour and features an extremely detailed explanation from multiple angles along with guidance towards finding a plethora of variations and tricks from magicians such as John Carney, Dai Vernon, Bill Kalush, Paul Chosse and David Ben to name a few.
