The Noble Avenue to Card Magic: A Master's Guide

Card magic is a captivating art form that has enthralled audiences for centuries. Through the skillful manipulation of playing cards, magicians have the power to create moments of wonder and astonishment. But beyond mere illusions, card magic is a noble avenue that requires dedication, practice, and a deep understanding of the craft. At its core, card magic is about storytelling. Each trick is carefully constructed to engage the audience, taking them on a journey from skepticism to amazement. The magician uses sleight of hand techniques, misdirection, and psychology to create a sense of impossibility.

The Black German Shepherd has likely existed to some extent since the breed was produced. However, many dogs do not carry the completely black gene. Many completely black German Shepherds in the past were likely culled at birth due to the defect. Today, the gene is seeing a reoccurrence.

She has a Penn Hip rating of 34 37 which means tight hip sockets she is rated in the 70th percentile meaning her hips are better than 70 of all German Shepherds evaluated. She is a great grand daughter of our 136 lb Irish as well as a great grand daughter of our first blue German Shepherd named Gracie from 10 years ago.

The magician uses sleight of hand techniques, misdirection, and psychology to create a sense of impossibility. But a successful performance is not just about fooling the audience; it is about connecting with them emotionally and leaving a lasting impact. To embark on the noble avenue of card magic, one must first master the basics.

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We are sorry to say that we lost Irish early in 2004. We miss her dearly, but have her wonderful temperament & great looks living on in her grand daughter Juju & her great grand daughter, Varuka.

This is "Salhaus Sweet Irish Finesse" aka " Fiona." "Fi" is a heavy boned daughter out of an out-crossed, nice white male & our 118 lb Varuka. ( To see Fiona's father, click "here." ) "Fi" is a great, great grand daughter of our 136 lb Irish. She has her GG grandmother's name as keepsake. At the vet for her OFA prelim at 10 months, she weighed a pleasing 86 lbs! She has topped out at 92 lbs & has carried on the Salhaus oversized tradition. She has already produced fantastic litters for us with both of our boys. Fiona is a very easy going girl & like her mother, is very sweet. We are very proud of the way Fiona has turned out. She has an OFA rating of "good."

This is "Salhaus Mustang Sally V Sprague" aka " Pony." Pony is a bi-black grand daughter (from Spragues GSD's) out of our very own Dragon . She is a great grand daughter of our 136 lb Irish as well as a great grand daughter of our first blue German Shepherd named Gracie from 10 years ago. Needless to say, Pony comes from lots of original Salhaus dogs from years back. I love looking in her eyes & knowing that so many of our old "friends" from years past are looking back at me. With the dark faced Shepherds, they sometimes have a more menacing look, but Pony is as happy as they come! She's got sweet, clownish ways about her. . .not a mean bone in her body, although she is a good watch dog, as she should be. She definitely lets us know when there's a stranger about. She's a happy girl & wants to please. At 8 months, she weighed 76 lbs! Now as an adult at 106 lbs, she has carried on the Salhaus oversized tradition by producing both male & female pups weighing up to & over 100 lbs! We are very pleased with the way Pony is turning out. She loves people & does great with kids & other dogs. Hips xrayed at good.

This is "Salhaus Silver Twilight" AKA Bella weighing in at 95 whopping lbs! She is a daughter from our very own 130 lb mild stud dog Monty. Her mother is Fiona, our 96 lb girl who is 6 generations down from our original breeding pair. (Read about Fiona below & Bella's grandmother Varuka too.) Bella lives with our daughter & son in law. Bella comes to visit & loves to get to romp & play with the rest of the our dogs while she is here. She is full of life & is very loving, as well as protective & predictable, just as the rest of our own dogs are. Bella takes her "job" of protecting our daugher & son in law, very seriously. She is very loyal to them without being overly agressive or a liability. She's easy going but can be serious when the need arises. She's got the classic Salhaus straight backed stance & the traditional muzzle & saddle-back markings, while being a GORGEOUS black & silver! She's super tall & she's filled out nicely with her weight matching her height. At her last weighing, she's a whopping 90 lbs! Since her dad is Monty, she has been bred to Diesel as well as to Midas for her litters. They produce blk/silver & blk/cream/tan pups! Their pups have been exquisite! Her daughter Alder is continuing on her wonderful line for us. She has a Penn Hip rating of 34/37 which means tight hip sockets & she is rated in the 70th percentile meaning her hips are better than 70% of all German Shepherds evaluated.

Look at her run! Half the time she brings the stick, the other half she wants YOU to bring the stick! LOL!

Meet Salhaus Lizzy of Black Magic. . .AKA " Lizzy ." She is a wonderful blend of Salhaus & Black Magic lines. It is so important that my girls can be traced back to our original pair of Salhaus German Shepherds from over 20 years ago. . .to our whopping 136 lb foundation female, Irish & our original 120 lb stud dog, Canaan. Each & every one of my girls here come from my own lines. I have either owned or personally known each dog that is in my girls' pedigrees. We don't just randomly breed a purebred pair just because they're purebred & they are the same breed! Having girls from my original pair gives me the ability to let my buyers know exactly where looks, health & temperament come from. We LOVE Lizzy! She's almost my "Irish reincarnate" in looks & personality! She's fun-loving & gentle, almost clown-like in her love of play! She definitely can be protective when the need be, but she's also very trustworthy & level-headed. She's totally non-dog-aggressive & is so calm with other people. She's got the classic Salhaus straight backed stance & super thick build! At 2 years she's a whopping 113 lbs, coming from a long line of Salhaus oversized dogs. She has been Penn Hip certified at 35/42, which means hips tight in the sock. She is in the 50th percentile group, which means she has average hips for a German Shepherd. So far by her track record, she produces pups with hips better than hers!

This coat color is accepted by the AKC. It is also not the result of crossbreeding, as some misinformation may state. Instead, it is simply a rare color that very few German Shepherds end up with. It only showed up recently and is sometimes encouraged through selective breeding.

Learning fundamental moves, such as the classic shuffle and the overhand shuffle, is essential for any aspiring magician. These foundational skills lay the groundwork for more advanced techniques and allow the magician to perform with precision and fluidity. However, technical proficiency alone is not enough to be a great card magician. The real magic lies in the ability to understand and connect with an audience. This requires not only empathy but also a deep appreciation for the principles of psychology. By understanding how people think and react, a magician can manipulate their perception and create a sense of wonder. Beyond technical skill and psychological understanding, card magic also demands creativity and originality. A truly great magician is not content with performing the same tricks that have been done for centuries. Instead, they strive to push the boundaries of the art form, creating new and innovative routines that captivate and astonish. Card magic is a journey that never truly ends. Even the most experienced magicians continue to refine their skills and develop new routines. It is a noble avenue that demands discipline, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. But for those who are willing to embark on this journey, the rewards are truly magical..

Reviews for "The Noble Avenue: Essential Tools for Card Magic"

- John Doe - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "The Noble Avenue to Card Magic". While the book claims to be a comprehensive guide to card magic, I found it lacking in depth and detail. The explanations were often confusing and didn't provide enough guidance for beginners like myself. Additionally, the tricks and routines included in the book were outdated and not very impressive. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking to learn card magic.

- Jane Smith - 2/5 - As someone who has been practicing card magic for several years, I was excited to dive into "The Noble Avenue to Card Magic". However, I found it to be quite underwhelming. The book didn't offer any new or unique perspectives on card magic and mostly just covered the basics that can be found in any other introductory book. The tricks and techniques included were also quite elementary and lacked innovation. I was hoping for more advanced material and was left disappointed.

- Michael Johnson - 1/5 - I regret buying "The Noble Avenue to Card Magic". The book promised to teach advanced card manipulation techniques, but it fell short on delivering. The instructions were poorly organized and difficult to follow, leaving me frustrated and confused. Many of the tricks required additional props or gimmicks, which were not mentioned upfront, making it impossible for me to try them out. Overall, I felt like the book was a waste of my time and money.

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