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Posted: 26th Dec 2004
Hi native,

It depends on what you call magic.

If you are, not into that David Copperfield wire and mirrors stuff, try here

I reckon hat tricks would be a good intro.

Also, do you have some “close up” poi tricks?

Cheers

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Posted: 28th Dec 2004
web search with google and you'll turn up a fair old few
www.google.com

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Posted: 30th Dec 2004
tried google nothing free

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Posted: 30th Dec 2004
Hi Native,

most of the magic stuff on the net seems to be commercial stuff selling tricks and hardware.

There doesn't seem to be any sites like with the poi/juggling scene with tutorials or discussion forums (the few forums seem to be primarily for the experienced).

One of the main differences between juggling/manipulation and magic/deception, has been that most (not all) jugglers are happy to share what they learn, whereas most magicians encourage secrecy.

Which makes sense really, most magic tricks are considerably less impressive when you know how they're done.

The best way to learn about magic is to visit one of the many specialist magic shops where you can buy tricks, books and chat with magicians. There is a information sharing/convention network- it just tends to be geared towards those who show some committment, rather than members of the public with a casual interest.

Also, most public libraries will have a magic section- some of the stuff will be 'childrens magic set' type stuff, but there'll also be plenty you've not seen before.

Having said that, if you do come a cross a nice HOP-style discussion forum for beginners to magic, do let us know

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Posted: 31st Dec 2004
thanx dave

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