His work varies greatly from magic history to illusions to selfworking card effects. Steinmeyer has consulted for many famous magicians, including david copperfield, doug henning, siegfried and roy, and lance burton. The time machine outerbridge magic illusion builder. Jim steinmeyer s first book on stage illusions, containing 9 surprising and deceptive illusions and 6 standup effects for magicians. Fantastic collection of magic if youre anything like me, you thoroughly enjoyed jim steinmeyers series conjuring that appeared in magic magazine several years ago. The book is complete with dimensions, routines and the thinking behind the creations. The astonishing work of illusion designer jim steinmeyerthe most. The howard thurston illusion show work book, edited by maurine christopher, magical publications pasadena, ca, 1991. A book of routines for modern stage conjurers, hahne burbank, ca, 1991. I have been rereading the annotated edition of jarrett magic that jim steinmeyer put out a few years ago. Aug, 2019 i have been rereading the annotated edition of jarrett magic that jim steinmeyer put out a few years ago. Ive saved my favorite to last, check out jim steinmeyers books technique and understanding, the complete jarrett, device and illusion and. Jim steinmeyers new book hiding the elephant conjures up a magical history tour.
It contains some of his mosttreasured secrets, including effects that are already being used by professional magicians in their performancesinnovative illusions that will become important parts of. We have also given the illusion a victorian design with steampunk influences. We have modified the methodology so that all the blocks can be moved after the woman has vanished. Starting with houdinis famous and infamous illusion of making an elephant disappear, jim traces the various inventions in optical conjuring, from peppers ghost to tobins proteus cabinet and the. Also, if anyone owns andrew maynes book illusion fx, would you mind listing the illusions covered in that book. Professional illusion building for the home craftsman by dick gustafson rand woodburys illusionworks series 1 through 4 there also are two dvd sets steinmeyers device and illusion steinmeyers conjuring anthology a variety of parlor, close up and stage effects steinmeyers technique and understanding steinmeyers the complete jarrett. I have a couple of penetrations for the solo illusionist, such as slicing through, visual displacement and a walk through the winery, that can be found here. Because of dimensional weight, this item does not qualify for free shipping. Hiding the elephant by jim steinmeyersoftbound book jim steinmeyers 2003 book is a journey thorough the rich history of magicians, their creations and their quest for the impossible. His name may not be widely known to the general public, but. Books on illusions and illusionists free illusion books. The third book in jim steinmeyers intriguing series is also the largest, with thirteen new effects. Starting with houdinis famous and infamous illusion of making an elephant disappear, jim traces the various inventions in optical conjuring, from peppers ghost to tobins proteus cabinet and the famous wonders at egyptian hall.
Now a standard text on the subject, device and illusion has been. And, his series on impuzzibilities is an intriguing fun collection of impromptu and easy magic that will delight friends and family. Youll find it in our catalog, or you can just click here. Jim steinmeyers 2003 book is a journey thorough the rich history of magicians, their creations and their quest for the impossible. Impuzzibilities by jim steinmeyer abbotts get together. Hiding the elephant brilliantly explores houdinis elusive mystery, and much more, chronicling the dramatic story of science and history that lies behind the magicians curtain. Most of the general public do not know, however, that these impossible anecdotes originated not from scientific studies, but from the. Steinmeyer magic tricks magic tricks at penguin magic shop. Upon purchase, most stage illusion plans can be downloaded as an instant download pdf. He begins his history with a famous illusion called the corsican trap, a theatrical device invented for the. Jim steinmeyers highlyanticipated new book on illusions is a. Supplied complete with locks, keys, curtain, collapsible curtain frame and custom ata transport case which is.
His name may not be widely known to the general public, but 55yearold jim steinmeyer is. It brought new ideas to the table and put a modern spin on some old. Jims new book, with coauthor peter lamont, is a fascinating and iconoclastic history of magic, explaining the stories that weve gotten wrong, and the achievements of magicians weve never put in perspective. Steinmeyers previous works, but confess to really only having enjoyed. Jim steinmeyer s highlyanticipated new book on illusions is an exploration of practical methods and new approaches. Discovering invisibility and the science behind the ghost. Solo illusions for magicians and illusionists in a stage.
Now, concerning the books you asked about, these are the ones ive owned or currently own and can comment on. The third book in the series is also the largest, with thirteen new effects. Starting with houdinis famous and infamous illusion of making an elephant disappear, jim traces the various inventions in optical conjuring, from peppers. He holds four us patents in the field of illusion apparatus, including a modern version of the peppers ghost illusion. Jims new book, with coauthor peter lamont, is a fascinating and iconoclastic history of. Levitation magic tricks magic tricks at penguin magic shop. It starts with his famous mathematical nine card problem with his variations, and even includes a 3card monte and a card transposition which takes place completely in. Why should a young magician have to wade thru crap or lesser effects to find the good material. In steinmeyers usual scholarly approach, he details the history and workings of two specific illusion techniques. Device and illusion by jim steinmeyer, hahne martins. This is an illusion inspired by jim steinmeyers girl in a puzzle. Device and illusion by jim steinmeyer, hahne martins magic. Jim steinmeyer is a decorated consultant, creator, and author. Jim steinmeyers first book on stage illusions, containing 9 surprising and deceptive illusions and 6 standup effects for magicians.
Andrew mayne illusion book not a great place to start as there are no measurements, mostly lots of ideas, but a lot of the ideas are very creative. The magician who fools himself is a handsoff card across routine that jim has featured in lectures. If you dont mind, list the illusion and tell what it does ex. He holds four us patents in the field of illusion apparatus, including a modern. Jim steinmeyers sequel to impuzzibilities contains ten new interactive. In each case, the emphasis is on presentation and practicality, with diagrams and dimensions so the. Jim steinmeyer born november 1, 1958 is an american author, inventor, and designer of magical illusions and theatrical special effects. The popular illusion of sawing a person in half, for example, was shared among seven franchised performers. In each case, the emphasis is on presentation and practicality, with diagrams and dimensions so the effects can be constructed in workshops.
It contains some of his mosttreasured secrets, including effects that are already being used by professional magicians in their performancesinnovative illusions that will become important parts of your arsenal. The effect comes with jim steinmeyers presentation from his book, device and illusion. Jun 10, 2015 this is an illusion inspired by jim steinmeyers girl in a puzzle. Device and illusion jim steinmeyer conjuring archive. May 08, 2015 the time machine was inspired by the h. Jim steinmeyers popular effect involves a hank of rope supposedly an artifact. Aug 15, 2017 professional illusion building for the home craftsman by dick gustafson rand woodbury s illusionworks series 1 through 4 there also are two dvd sets steinmeyer s device and illusion steinmeyer s conjuring anthology a variety of parlor, close up and stage effects steinmeyer s technique and understanding steinmeyer s the complete jarrett.
Device and illusion by jim steinmeyer quality magic books. I also hope that in time his book conjuring will follow the same route. The magic cafe forums what are the top 10 books written. Mar 21, 2004 jim steinmeyers new book hiding the elephant conjures up a magical history tour. Mar 12, 2014 although steinmeyers work on the show is now done, he will be back on broadway for opening night. While the saw trick was relatively simple to perform, its success depended on the magicians ability to tap into the shifting social climate of the early 20th century. Jim steinmeyers first book on stage illusions, containing 9 surprisin. Houdinis rope by jim steinmeyer trick houdinis rope a modern classic created by jim steinmeyer and produced in conjunction with mak magic an astonishing oneman illusion, houdinis rope fills the stage with action and mystery. Genii illusions has a few interesting illusion ideas reprinted from genii magazine of years ago. The howard thurston illusion show work book, volume ii, edited by maurine christopher, magical publications pasadena, ca, 1992.
Jim s new book, with coauthor peter lamont, is a fascinating and iconoclastic history of magic, explaining the stories that weve gotten wrong, and the achievements of magicians weve never put in perspective. Jim steinmeyer charles fort charles fort jim steinmeyerpdfposted by greg at 02. Long heralded as a classic in the field, device and illusion is a unique collection of nine practical illusions for almost any setting. Add it to your cart, checkout, and we will contact you with the actual shipping charges before the package is dispatched. Jim steinmeyer the conjuring anthology pdf download001598. I wish that jim steinmeyers alan wakeling book had been available when i was a kid. G wells novel and is based on jim steinmeyers brilliant the lady in the puzzle illusion from his book device and illusion. Although steinmeyers work on the show is now done, he will be back on broadway for opening night. But then, if youve been into magic for any length of time, you probably already know that. Jim steinmeyers book is a collection of surprising effects, many suitable as interactive effects, through the medium of a page, radio, videotape or phone. From jim steinmeyers book device and illusion comes this illusion in excellent condition and will fit into your existing show right away.
Jim steinmeyers highlyanticipated new book on illusions is an exploration of practical methods and new approaches. Vintage magic trick pop pop poof david garrard tootsie pop color change. Lol i decided to take the storyline in a different direction than the one in his book device. He demystifies peppers ghost, charles morritts disappearing donkey, and houdinis landmark vanishing of jennie the elephant in 1918.
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