Discover how to transform ANY classic trick into a signature magic performance, while learning the answers to all of the most frequently asked Sands of the Desert questions. If you love the classics, have ever considered performing Sands of the

theSTUDY Episode Nine - The Magic of "Somebody But So" - Aaron Smith

Jun 12th, 2016 14m 25s

Fancy yourself a storyteller? If you're one of those magicians who believes magic is the story, or if you're looking to refine your magic to the coveted "single-sentence" simplicity, then I have the technique for you. Somebody But So! Read this

theSTUDY Episode Eight - News & Listener Mail - Aaron Smith

May 29th, 2016 11m 34s

Welcome to our first News & Listener Mail episode. These might become my favorite part of theSTUDY. At first, I thought it would be a short, summary episode with no meat. I was wrong. This episode is packed with great information. We have a goo

theSTUDY Episode Seven - Magician's Guide to Websites (that work) - Aaron Smith

May 29th, 2016 13m 4s

Today, websites have rendered media kits obsolete for magicians who book shows direct to clients. And that's not a bad thing. Media kits had become bloated wastes of postage anyway. Moreover, a Phase One, market-smart website with a clear focus

theSTUDY Episode Six - Magicians Often Ignore This Very Important Theatrical Technique - Aaron Smith

May 23rd, 2016 11m 16s

Magicians have a long history of stagecraft. There are those who believe magic should only be performed on stage. In the past, theatrical technique was as important as sleight of hand. Today, however, the popularity of closeup magic has produce

theSTUDY Episode Five - Do Magic Shops Sell Art, or Art Supplies? - Aaron Smith

May 22nd, 2016 9m 36s

Within magic books, individual tricks, online magic forums, Facebook, and magic clubs around the world magic is called an art . . . like music, acting, painting, literature, and sculpture. Which begs the question. Do magic stores sell art, or a

theSTUDY Episode Four - The Addiction Every Magician Should Feed - Aaron Smith

May 22nd, 2016 7m 48s

Ever see a pretty girl, a hot guy, or even a celebrity on the other side of the room, and wish you could engage them in conversation? It takes confidence to approach a stranger, especially if they are part of a group. Imagine how frustrating it

theSTUDY Episode Three - Grow Your Gigs with Network Seeds - Aaron Smith

May 22nd, 2016 7m 51s

The advertising budget for the average magician is quite small. Often, it's barely enough to cover the cost of business cards. If you're lucky, you might have high-quality glossy fliers—a headshot maybe—to post on a community bulletin board. So

theSTUDY Episode Two - Don't Routine. Compose! - Aaron Smith

May 22nd, 2016 6m 50s

Do you call a magic sequence a "routine?" Don't do that! Routine is about the most horrible way you can describe art. It's akin to calling your mom "a sturdy woman." A routine is something you do before going on stage. Use this word instead! Re

theSTUDY Episode One – From Where Does Magic Come? - Aaron Smith

May 22nd, 2016 9m 45s

Where does magic come from? In this episode of theSTUDY, Aaron Smith explores how new magic plots originate, and he discusses techniques for turning everyday life into extraordinary illusion. Read this episode here http://themagicdepot.com/s/fr

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