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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27297 Posts |
Jason et al,
Jason, thanks for the reminder about the substance in which the reactants are set... What would happen if we went to the 'original' meaning and had a closup pad with four holes, one in each corner? That would make the pad the matrix, and the magic effect might be stronger. It would also give a reason for using a closeup pad. it happens when you mix benedryl and sudefed... allergy sufferer here Jonathan
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Jason Wethington Special user Orlando, Fl 615 Posts |
Hey Jon,
I like the idea of 3X3! I was thinking of having one marked and everytime it moves it displaces a different coin somewhere else in the array. I had also oconsidered the idea of using a larger coin to affect the gravitational pull on the coins. Sort of along the quantum lines. Let's keep it up! Jason that's cool Jon, I hadn't thought about taking it "down" to that level. Now keeping with the definiton, the holes could vanish leaving coins (the something else) in their place the coins collect and at the end revert back to holes either in their current array or perhaps back to their original state. What do you think? To out there? Jason |
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27297 Posts |
Hey Jason,
I like the idea of holes as 'anti coins'. Using the closup pad as 'the matrix' within which the coins aggrigate-titrate? seems workable. Putting holes in the mat, and filling them with coin(s) also seems workable. Making the holes themselves move would be wonderful. Not so sure about how to switch mats for this routine since my TT is just not big enough. I've been doing sponge balls as 'Lint' for a LONG time, and like the idea of playing up the properties of the mat. Happy Sunday! Jonathan
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Jason Wethington Special user Orlando, Fl 615 Posts |
Jon,
To you as well! I am going to work out some handlings now (after I have folded laundry of course). I will post my findings. Jason |
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Schaden Inner circle Purgatory 1253 Posts |
You could do a computer theme. The cards are computers and the coins are information but, I think only the chess club would like that. I never felt this routine really needed any explaining because the magic speaks for it-self.
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Jason Wethington Special user Orlando, Fl 615 Posts |
True Pyro it does speak for itself. But when we begin to incorporate a theme or plot into the magic, it can take on a whole new life. I have always felt that magic without a plot becomes "Hey watch how clever I am with my hands". This can apply to pantomime as well. If you are solely concerned with the visual aspect of the magic what is the meaning behind it? I don't want to get off topic here with another thread on my philosophy of magic so...
Let's focus on creating a new effect or a new plot for the effect and stay away from the "Magic speaks for itself". Jason |
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Schaden Inner circle Purgatory 1253 Posts |
Hmmm...
I do agree with you a little bit. I must say this plot is a lot better when not a word is spoken. I think this routine is very exciting to watch and some corny patter would hurt it. When you tell a story either it goes in one ear and out the other or the spectator has to pay attention and loses focus on the magic. I love to give my magic meaning but this just isn't the effect for a story. Lee |
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Jason Wethington Special user Orlando, Fl 615 Posts |
I am not saying you have to tell a story. What could make this more engaging is a reason for it to happen, that’s all. The spectators losing focus of the magic would suggest to me the effect and presentation do not coincide. Let's look at Andrew's example of his reason for the collection. (I am not picking on Andrew he only offered his reason so I'll use it)
He tells them he can move the coins so fast that no one can see them. That focuses the attention on him, his hands and the cards correct? It could take away from the effect if they were watching him closer than they watch the coins. You can actually increase the magic by providing them a direction for their thoughts to flow. If I choose not to say anything then it is leaving their interpretation up in the air. A little focus of effect goes a long way. You can even use the explanation to suggest that something different happens every time, when in reality it doesn't. Ok enough about that. Lets focus on the questions again, what else can be done? Let's explore the 3x3 array that Jon talks about. Jason |
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what Special user Lehi, UT, USA 643 Posts |
With the new Harry Potter book coming out, many people will want to know how wizzards make deposits into the wizarding bank. After all, they don't have ATMs.
Magic is fun!!!
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bakerkn Regular user 121 Posts |
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On 2003-05-17 12:12, Jason Wethington wrote: Dingle in turn was inspired by Ross Bertram's innovations in this area, showcased in effects such as Rubdown and Coin Assembly. Regards Kevin |
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David Neighbors V.I.P. 4910 Posts |
Hi gang,
If you Are looking For inernational Matrix Stuff I have A ton Of Them! Stop me when you see One you like ! David Neighbors The Coinjurer |
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