Thursday, January 22, 2009
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At the time, my greatest influences were close-up magic. Close up magic allows the audience to follow along while the magician uses coins, cards, or anything small you can pull out of your pocket or borrow from them. I just perform face to face and it looks more real compare on stage performance.
Seeing other magicians on TV; like David Blaine, Chris Angel, Mondo Magic & Cryil Takayama; those were the people I aspired to be like.
I spent years of training and trying to figure out how could I take my magic and present it in a way that would appeal to everyone.
I want the attention;
I go out there and grab it.
That’s what I did.
Success and failure both come with a price. I believe the real task is to figure out how to handle both in a way that serves me professionally and personally.
I often get a chance to meet kids with disabilities or orphanage. They appreciate what they have and don’t focus on what’s missing or what they’re losing.
They don’t get caught up in the crap most people do, myself included. Seeing these kids is a reminder of how important it is to enjoy the moment.
It wasn’t about making money or being famous. It was because I love what I do, and I adore the organic responses of wonderment and appreciation.
The truth is, I’m just a regular guy. I try to stay approachable, grounded, and down-to-earth. The people around me appreciate those traits. Staying that way helps me in all areas of my professional and personal lives.
You have to go out there and make your own way in life.
It doesn’t get any sweeter than working hard for something and having it pay off. The more you have at risk, the bigger it pays. And when it pays big, it’s amazing.