1) Learn the trick/illusion completely, 100%

Watch the DVD or read over the instructions for the trick twice over. You will learn things you missed the first time. If possible, go back and watch the performance in slow motion. Watch the magicians hands for the move your being taught. If your a beginner, don’t get cocky thinking you can perform the trick for the first time right out the box. Pro magicians practice to!

2) Practice!

Practice makes perfect. Those three words are everything you need when doing your trick over and over again in front of a mirror. If your performing a big illusion, something dangerous, make sure all things are accounted for! You getting hurt is a bad, especially performing live. If it will be dangerous make sure the proper precautions are taken. But if your performing a simple trick. Do it for your close friends and family first. People who won’t judge if something goes wrong!

3)Practice MORE!

(See step two)

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