The Art of the "Almost" Self-Working Trick: A Guide to Steve Beam’s Semi-Automatic Series
Steve Beam found the perfect middle ground with his legendary Semi-Automatic Card Tricks series. What Does "Semi-Automatic" Actually Mean? Steve Beam's semi-automatic card tricks
If you're looking to expand your repertoire, you can find the series through specialist retailers like Vanishing Inc. Magic or Mick Ayres Wares . The Art of the "Almost" Self-Working Trick: A
: High-impact magic that Michael Close cited as a personal favorite in Volume VI. Magic or Mick Ayres Wares
Magic often feels like a choice between two extremes. On one side, you have grueling sleight-of-hand that takes years to master. On the other, you have "self-working" tricks that sometimes feel mechanical or transparent.
: A propless mentalism effect where you divine a thought-of card, often performed over the phone.