How to Do Magic Tricks That Will Amaze and Baffle Your Friends

How to Do Magic Tricks That Will Amaze and Baffle Your Friends
by Allen Andersen


Anyone can learn how to do magic tricks. What most people don't realize is that while the really impressive tricks you see on television seem difficult or mysterious, the fact of the matter is that all you need to do is practice, practice, and practice some more. But where do you find out how to do the great tricks like you see on television or on stage? Unfortunately, most of those tricks are custom created by the artist. The good news is that there are pretty impressive tricks out there for the taking, and all you have to do is give them a go.

One of the first places you'll want to look to find out how to do magic tricks is the Internet. You're here, aren't you? The Internet is full of great websites teeming with information on how to perform simple tricks and how to practice the techniques you need to perform them. You can even go to any video sharing website and search for magic trick secrets and you're likely to find some fairly nice tricks, explained in detail, and all right in front of you. The downside to this method is that you can search for literally hours before you find the really golden information that will help you get on your way to magician status. Search websites that are aimed at magic trick enthusiasts rather than broader video sites, and you'll be more likely to meet with success.

Another great source for how to do magic tricks is hobby shops or magic shops. While there may not be one in every city, there is generally one somewhere near major metropolitan areas or places where there is a thriving arts community. But enough where to learn magic tricks, let's talk about how to DO magic tricks. The key to most magic tricks is distraction. You have to redirect your audience's attention from what you are doing to what you want them to see. Watch the pros do it on television, and you'll see that every trick involves some form of distraction, from dancing girls to flashing lights and fireworks. It's a cheap way to do it, but it's got to be done.

The other key to successfully performing magic tricks is dexterity. Practice your finger movements as precisely as you possibly can. Sleight of hand is absolutely essential to doing any kind of magic from card and coin tricks to catching bullets (definitely NOT a beginner trick). Of course, all these tips are nothing without practice. If you don't practice, you won't get good. That's a promise. Spend a little time in front of a mirror or doing the tricks in front of friends, and you'll be on your way to magic trick stardom in no time.