Hey folks,
This is something I have thought of since this site started but never did it.
The challenge is simple, answer the questions from the T11 Artist Profile Q&A's. There seems to be a belief that unless you are a published, "famous" magician your opinion doesn't matter, which is a total farce.
We all have thoughts on magic, right or wrong, and we should share them.
In any event, here's my answers.
Q: What is theory11 to you? Why is this site different?
A: Theory11 seems to be one of the few magic sites with ethics, both for its own artists and other creators. Knowing the unethical working of some other magic companies it makes me feel good to purchase here knowing that ethics are being upheld.
Q: What got you into magic?
A: I've had a fascination with magic since I can remember. Going to the magic shop was a monthly treat when I was little, getting a few small things and doing them for my family and even having a magician perform at my 8'th birthday. Eventually however I was 13 years old and in a time of utter confusion in my life. I learned one simple trick from Criss Angel (crazy to think of that now...) and that was the catalyst that started this whole amazing journey.
Q: How long have you been performing?
A: "Professionally", never (though I have done a few paid gigs). If you count all my time in magic and my fascination with the art I've been performing since I was about 3 years old haha
Q: Who is your favorite performer to watch?
A: There are so many, but I will name a few. Jeff Mcbride, Daniel Garcia, Mike Casey, Dan Sperry, Bill Malone, and Tommy Wonder come to mind at the moment.
Q: Do you have a favorite effect?
A: Thats like picking your favorite child... or perhaps the least mentally challenged one... However, Crazy Man's Handcuffs is, in my opinion, the pinnacle of pure sleight of hand.
Q: Tell us about the first time/effect you performed.
A: I have no idea... haha probably something from a magic kit when I was 3 or 4
Q: What do you see as wrong with the industry today?
A: Magic is no longer a brotherhood and art. Its a business and a "cool hobby". The true love of magic seems to be fleeting and it has been replaced with one-up-man-ship amongst magicians and companies. Who can out sleight, trick or flourish the other and, it seems, who can be more unethical.
Q: What's the last trick that fooled the crap out of you?
A: Daniel Garcia blew my mind several times when he was just jazzing up a routine... amazing. Also, I saw Dan Sperry's dove act last November and I honestly felt like a little kid again... just damn.
Q: What advice would you give to those that are just starting in magic?
A: Watch as much magic as possible and perform. TV, internet, DVD's, whatever... just watch. The only way to get better is by gaining experience (performing) and learning from other magicians experiences (watching).
Your turn.
C
This is something I have thought of since this site started but never did it.
The challenge is simple, answer the questions from the T11 Artist Profile Q&A's. There seems to be a belief that unless you are a published, "famous" magician your opinion doesn't matter, which is a total farce.
We all have thoughts on magic, right or wrong, and we should share them.
In any event, here's my answers.
Q: What is theory11 to you? Why is this site different?
A: Theory11 seems to be one of the few magic sites with ethics, both for its own artists and other creators. Knowing the unethical working of some other magic companies it makes me feel good to purchase here knowing that ethics are being upheld.
Q: What got you into magic?
A: I've had a fascination with magic since I can remember. Going to the magic shop was a monthly treat when I was little, getting a few small things and doing them for my family and even having a magician perform at my 8'th birthday. Eventually however I was 13 years old and in a time of utter confusion in my life. I learned one simple trick from Criss Angel (crazy to think of that now...) and that was the catalyst that started this whole amazing journey.
Q: How long have you been performing?
A: "Professionally", never (though I have done a few paid gigs). If you count all my time in magic and my fascination with the art I've been performing since I was about 3 years old haha
Q: Who is your favorite performer to watch?
A: There are so many, but I will name a few. Jeff Mcbride, Daniel Garcia, Mike Casey, Dan Sperry, Bill Malone, and Tommy Wonder come to mind at the moment.
Q: Do you have a favorite effect?
A: Thats like picking your favorite child... or perhaps the least mentally challenged one... However, Crazy Man's Handcuffs is, in my opinion, the pinnacle of pure sleight of hand.
Q: Tell us about the first time/effect you performed.
A: I have no idea... haha probably something from a magic kit when I was 3 or 4
Q: What do you see as wrong with the industry today?
A: Magic is no longer a brotherhood and art. Its a business and a "cool hobby". The true love of magic seems to be fleeting and it has been replaced with one-up-man-ship amongst magicians and companies. Who can out sleight, trick or flourish the other and, it seems, who can be more unethical.
Q: What's the last trick that fooled the crap out of you?
A: Daniel Garcia blew my mind several times when he was just jazzing up a routine... amazing. Also, I saw Dan Sperry's dove act last November and I honestly felt like a little kid again... just damn.
Q: What advice would you give to those that are just starting in magic?
A: Watch as much magic as possible and perform. TV, internet, DVD's, whatever... just watch. The only way to get better is by gaining experience (performing) and learning from other magicians experiences (watching).
Your turn.
C
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I do love all types of mentalism though.
