Behold! “Shattering Illusions by Jamy Ian Swiss” unveils magic’s secrets & why we adore it! Explore essays on stagecraft, IP, & more. A must-read for magic aficionados! Digital download.
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Shattering Illusions by Jamy Ian Swiss
Dive into the world of magic with Shattering Illusions, a compelling collection of essays by the renowned Jamy Ian Swiss. This book offers a deep dive into the art and craft of magic, exploring its challenges and triumphs in the modern era.
- Insightful Essays: Discover twenty thought-provoking essays that tackle the pressing issues in the world of magic, from the exposure of secrets to the public perception of the art.
- Intellectual Property: Learn about the importance of intellectual property rights in magic and how they shape the industry.
- Presentation Techniques: Explore the unique challenges faced by mentalists and uncover effective presentation strategies.
- Learning Resources: Debate the merits of learning magic from books versus videos and how to discern quality tricks.
- Commercialism: Understand the dual-edged sword of commercialism in magic and its impact on the art form.
PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download. Gimmick not included.
Shattering Illusions by Jamy Ian Swiss
Twenty insightful and occasionally incendiary essays on the topics of: why magicians have failed to stop the exposure of secrets to the public; why magic is held in low esteem by much of show business and the public, and what can be done about it; intellectual property rights in magic; the problems of presentation for mentalists (and one solution); should you learn magic from books or from videos; how to tell a good trick from a bad one; the fallacy of “naturalness” in sleight-of-hand; commercialism, its benefits and pitfalls; discovering an on-stage character and a style that can lead to success-and an answer to the troubling question, “Why do we love magic?”
PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download ,Gimmick not included
