Magic Video - Making a Living Performing Close-Up Magic by Carl Andrews

Master Close-Up Magic with a Pro's Touch

Step into the world of professional close-up magic with Carl Andrews' 'Making a Living Performing Close-Up Magic' digital download. This comprehensive video is your personal masterclass, directly from an artist with extensive experience performing in walk-around settings and high-end resorts. Carl doesn't just show you tricks; he shares the real-world routines that have earned him a living, first performing them for you, then meticulously breaking down every detail so you can master them too.

Explore Carl's ingenious takes on classic effects. Witness his version of 'The Jumbo Coin,' a stunning routine that takes Gregory Wilson's 'Dishonest Abe' to new heights, culminating in a jaw-dropping jumbo production that will fool even seasoned magicians. Delve into 'Déjà vu,' a masterful fusion of Swain's 'Airmail Card' and the 'Two Ton Transpo,' with a surprising finale featuring a card appearing on a paper clip. Learn the secrets behind 'The World Famous Two Coin Trick,' Carl's innovative approach to 'Hopping Half' using real, examinable coins, eliminating the need for expensive gaffs. You'll also discover 'You Don't Know Jack,' his fresh perspective on Mike Close's 'Frog Prince,' offering clever ideas for this 'non-card' card trick.

The Business of Magic: Getting Booked and Beyond

While the routines alone are worth the investment, the second half of this video is where Carl provides insights often valued at a thousand dollars or more by serious performers. Pull up a virtual barstool as Carl delivers an invaluable lecture on securing work in restaurants, at walk-around events, and other lucrative venues. He goes beyond simply finding gigs, teaching you how to proactively create performance opportunities where none seemed to exist, transforming your passion into a sustainable career. This isn't just about magic; it's about making a living from your craft, with practical, actionable advice that can redefine your professional trajectory.

Original Specs

You can’t go wrong with Carl Andrews. His experience in working walk around and resort areas are now available to you. The first part of this video is Carl’s ingenious and entertaining routines he uses everyday, shown then taught. The second half of the video is worth a $1000.00 or more to the serious magician in this field. Carl pulls up a barstool and gives a lecture on getting work in restaurants, walk around, and other venues. He even goes into teaching you how to make venues where none existed before.

Routines Included…

The Jumbo Coin (Gregory Wilson’s Dishonest Abe) – This is the growing coin plot as a regular penny grows to a silver dollar size penny and then climaxes by exploding into a 3″ jumbo penny. Carl brings thoughtful nuances to this marketed effect and his jumbo production at the end fooled me hard (despite the fact I’ve performed this routine as my opener for the past 3 years!)

Déjà vu – Swain’s airmail card combined with the Two Ton Transpo. Climaxes with the Sankey idea of a card appearing on a paper clip that’s been in full view the entire time. Carl also tosses in some great ideas on maintaining a two-card stack.

The World Famous Two Coin Trick – Hopping Half without having 40 bucks ‘hop’ out of your pocket – he does it with real coins! The coins can be examined at the beginning without having to sacrifice anything visually during the routine.

You Don’t Know Jack – Another line I use incessantly. This time it’s the title for Carl’s version of Mike Close’s Frog Prince. If you don’t already perform this, you’ll want to start. Carl has brought some great ideas to the table for this great “non card” card trick.

Amazing – You’ll fast forward to the explanation.

Picture Perfect – The selected cards develop on two blank cards

Beanie Weenies – The cup a ball routine with a empty can of beans – they’re “has beans!””