Sep 12, 2019 · On more than one occasion, he mentioned that Dai Vernon and Larry Grey had a studio in Manhattan where they would cut silhouettes for walk-ins. As you might guess, the studio became a hangout for magicians, so much so that Vernon would work in a back room and have staff up front come get him if a magician came in who was worth talking to.

Oct 11, 2023 · I understand that there were several magicians who were also silhouette cutters. Does anyone recognize the signature on the attached silhouettes (which were cut around the 1970s)?

Aug 3, 2020 · In the early 1980’s, Bob learned to cut silhouettes, and on a 1985 trip to the Castle spent some time visiting with the Professor discussing the art of cutting Silhouettes. He cut the silhouette of Martin Lewis that appears on the cover of the book Martin’s Miracles.

Mar 13, 2008 · With its minimalist design, this mug exudes mystery and sophistication, making it the perfect addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift for the magic enthusiast in your life." Features: Exclusive Design: Showcasing the elegant wizard silhouette of …

Mar 11, 2008 · Re: Vernon bio? by Guest » January 2nd, 2002, 8:42 pm A silhouette is a two-dimensional representation of the outline of an object or person. In other words the general shape of something. A silhouette cutting is a "cutout" of a persons profile. Today a "silhouette cutter" would be like a "character sketch artist" found at most theme parks.

Jun 29, 2021 · David Alexander silhouettes book? Postby observer » November 8th, 2015, 7:13 pm There is an interesting old thread in this forum on Vernon's silhouette cutting, with insightful contributions from Mr Alexander, who had an extensive collection of silhouettes and was planning a book on the subject.

Jan 1, 2013 · Can anyone enlighten me as to the origins of the "Fortune Teller Miracle Fish"? This very silly but insanely fun and inexpensive giveaway has been around seemingly forever. Just picked some up for handouts in 2015; the little plastic sleeve they come in is the perfect size to also hold a business card. All the references I can find online only tell me how they work but …

Feb 5, 2018 · I am fascinated by those magicians who would build a specially built room and spend years developing just a single trick. There is something awe inspiring about that. You see this with the Hooker Rising Cards. And it is the sort of thinking that Lubor Fiedler demonstrated in a couple of his tricks as well. Yesterday - I read 'Window Stoppers' by U.F. Grant. And at the …

Mar 8, 2006 · I know this doesn't help you much, being in South Africa, but I am letting the local people know that he will be at The Magic Apple in Studio City tomorrow, Thursday at 5:30ish to demo both new tricks. In Flight is a great T.O.D. routine! Very clever!!

Apr 10, 2013 · Jim teaches the popular course MAGIC CLOSE UP at the University of Southern California. For information about evening classes, call Jim at (213) 472-3770. 7 X Petrick. Purple cover: Silhouette of Petrick's face and neck profile. 16 pages with cover. 1.