Close up magic prop surface refers to the physical material or surface of a prop used in close up magic performances. For close up magic to be effective and captivating, the props used need to be carefully chosen and prepared. The surface of the prop plays a crucial role in the visual aspects of the trick and in creating the illusion of magic. The main goal of a close up magician is to create seamless illusions that leave the audience amazed and entertained. The choice of prop surface is vital in achieving this goal. The surface should be clean, smooth, and visually appealing.

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The surface should be clean, smooth, and visually appealing. It should also be able to withstand the handling and manipulation required during a performance. One popular choice for close-up magic prop surfaces is velvet.

Time for Bed, said Zebedee November 15, 2013

Zebedee has just boinged onto my TV screen on his big-spring lower body and told us all that it is “time for bed”. I concur Zebedee. Good night everyone!

For those of you who are not of UK origin and of “a certain age”, Zebedee was a character on the BBC Children’s TV Program The Magic Roundabout. At the end of the program (5 minutes of oddly surreal kids entertainment) more often than not Zebedee would arrive (if not already present as part of the narrative arc) and announce “Time for Bed” and that would be the end of the program. I won’t go into the rest of the details but for those of us who grew up with it, Dougal, Florence, Brian, Zebedee and Ermintrude the cow were large in our childhood. Dylan though was odd…

Well, for me it is “Time for Bed” children. I started working in IT almost exactly 24 years ago on the 13th November 1989, arriving wearing my new (cheap) suit with (shiny) briefcase clutched in my hand at a (tatty) office block in Bristol owned by the NHS. It housed their regional computer department for the South West of England.
And on the 15th November 2013, I will exit a much plusher office, no suit on, no briefcase, and I will go home and, for many complex reasons, I will “retire”. This does not mean I will stop working in IT and it *may* result in me being a more regular blogger and more of a teacher than I have been for 2 years, but let’s just see, Boys and Girls.

What it does mean is I am stopping doing the 2 hour commute into and out of London every day, wasting my life. It means I am not signing up for 6 months on a single project on the basis of a couple of 30 minute interviews. I am also not signing up for 4 weeks and then finding it becomes six months – as when that happens it is *always* 6 months of misery trying to undo the work of a dedicated hoard of hopeful but under-skilled youngsters being forced to do a job they lack the training for by people who should not be allowed anywhere near management positions (as they see “management” as a way to gauge their importance, polish their egos and garner more cash – rather than as a role that should encompass “nurturing, developing, admonishing and making the most of your team(s)”.). It means I won’t have to play by corporate rules any more, which is good as I am finding it harder and harder and harder to do that without coming home and being really quite mean to my cat, and she does not deserve that as she is friendly and quite forgiving really. Neither does my wife deserve it, but if I am mean to her, she punches me.

What I do hope will happen is that, after a couple of months to get a few things sorted, I will continue to get the odd call I seem to get about once a month where someone would like me to just help out with a specific problem. Occasionally I have been able to say “yes” and it has been interesting and enjoyable, but usually I have been in the middle of one of the situations that resulted in my rant above and have had to say no. If I do get the calls, it will be great. I would like to earn enough so I can still do the conferences and present and meet people and talk about interesting problems and drink beer. If not, I have a lot of other things I want to have a crack at.

So I am not sure what awaits me now. But I am “retired”. I have calculated that from now to my demise I can afford to buy a tin of beans every day until I die. Plus some bread, so beans on toast is possible. That is enough. I did not retire 9 months ago (as was my original plan) so, as a result, now I can afford once a week to buy a very cheap bottle of wine. Something better than Blue Nun. If I get more work, I could step up to beans and cheese on toast. Hmmmm!

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Velvet offers a luxurious and elegant appearance that enhances the visual appeal of the trick. It also provides a soft and smooth texture that allows for effortless manipulation and movement of the props. The deep colors often used in velvet fabrics further enhance the illusion and draw attention to the prop. Another commonly used surface for close up magic props is mirror finish. Mirrors create a sense of mystery and intrigue as they reflect light and distort images. This surface is especially effective in creating illusions involving disappearing or appearing objects. The reflective qualities of a mirror surface can create an illusion of depth and add a touch of glamour to the trick. In addition to velvet and mirror finish, close-up magicians may also use custom-designed surfaces that are tailored to specific tricks. These surfaces can be made from a variety of materials, such as wood, metal, or plastic. The choice of material will depend on the desired visual effect and the specific requirements of the trick. Overall, the surface of a close-up magic prop plays a vital role in creating illusions that capture the audience's attention. Whether it is the luxurious velvet, the mystery of a mirror finish, or a custom-designed surface, the prop surface should be visually appealing, smooth, and able to withstand manipulation. With the right prop surface, close-up magicians can create captivating illusions that leave the audience in awe..

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