Uncovering the Enchantment: Vintage Magic Planetary Art

Vintage Magic Lanterns Vintage magic lanterns are a fascinating piece of history, bridging the gap between the past and the present. These unique devices, also known as a magic lantern or a magic lantern slide projector, were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a form of visual entertainment. The magic lantern consists of a light source, usually an oil lamp or later a powerful electric bulb, and a lens system to project images onto a screen or wall. The lanterns were often beautifully crafted, with ornate designs and intricate details, adding to their overall charm. One of the most interesting aspects of vintage magic lanterns is the use of glass slides. These slides contained hand-painted or photographic images that were inserted into the lantern and projected onto a surface.

There is a ton of room for amazing presentational ideas here. And while Zoom shows might start to lessen, the opportunity to perform magic across the World Wide Web will be with us for a very long time. This is a wonderful routine where the magic happens in their own homes!

They make all the decisions for you when to stop as well as for themselves and you get this great matching trick on your end and for them as well using a well known principle we all know after the smoke and mirrors. The tactile sensation of tearing the cards not only tells your audience that this isn t an ordinary trick, but it engages them even when they are on another continent.

These slides contained hand-painted or photographic images that were inserted into the lantern and projected onto a surface. The ability to change the slides allowed for dynamic storytelling and visual effects, captivating audiences with their magical illusions. Magic lantern shows were a popular form of entertainment, bringing stories, educational presentations, and even advertisements to life.

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Looks like we have a lot of options now for virtual magic. It's too bad that they can't show us a full performance.

Perform a card trick on both sides of the screen from a thousand miles away. Put the magic in your spectator’s hands even if you aren’t in the room. Jon Armstrong has put together dynamic virtual shows for some of the biggest companies and audiences in the world, and when he wants to get big reactions this is one of his go-to effects. This is Westview by Jon Armstrong.

Here’s what happens:

The performer and the spectator each take a handful of cards and tear them in half. Two halves of cards are set aside, and the remainder of the cards are thoroughly mixed. The audience member decides where the two halves of the cards are reinserted into the jumbled mess of torn cards, and impossibly the halves of the cards find their mates.

Westview is a powerful trick in person that allows you to carry that same feeling of being a part of the trick into the virtual space. The tactile sensation of tearing the cards not only tells your audience that this isn’t an ordinary trick, but it engages them even when they are on another continent. The trick is practically self-working and requires no sleight of hand. Get powerful reactions when you perform Westview by Jon Armstrong.

You will have to let the person know ahead of time that he/she will have to obtain a deck of cards and then to rip up and destroy a deck of cards for one trick. Some people may not want to do that.
Michael

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On May 18, 2021, magicinsight wrote:
You will have to let the person know ahead of time that he/she will have to obtain a deck of cards and then to rip up and destroy a deck of cards for one trick. Some people may not want to do that.
Michael

I’m curious how similar this is to the version Penn & Teller do?
I also saw Eric Jones do something like this at a lecture.

As is Eric Jones', aside from a few touches in the presentation.
However, Aragon's method doesn't allow for a double match.

Curious about this version.

The Aragon/Jones way of doing things is great. However Jon Armstrong's is a small bit of chaos in a different way, different procedure yet feels very fair to the spectator. They make all the decisions for you when to stop as well as for themselves and you get this great matching trick on your end and for them as well using a well known principle we all know after the smoke and mirrors. I was never a fan of the procedure for The Ritual so this suits me better. There is no, put the card under and throw away type deal. It's rip, shuffle, cut to place packet in to lose cards, rip shuffle, cut, lose cards, deal and stop. That's the way it feels.

Does westview flow pretty fast or is it a meticulous set of instructions that would be slow or laborious for the specs?

On May 19, 2021, MagicBrent wrote:
Does westview flow pretty fast or is it a meticulous set of instructions that would be slow or laborious for the specs?

If we are relying on the trick to be the entertainment, it will likely drag for anyone not actively participating. But WE are supposed to be the entertainers.

There is a ton of room for amazing presentational ideas here. And while Zoom shows might start to lessen, the opportunity to perform magic across the World Wide Web will be with us for a very long time. This is a wonderful routine where the magic happens in their own homes!

It is medium in pace. but I think far from tedious or meticulous.

Tearing
Lifting up a pack to lose a shuffled and mixed packet
Quickly mixing
Dealing

It’s pretty simple in execution.
It’s not a knock on Jon but it can be performed quicker than he presents in the video. I’m not worried at all about the length of this to be honest.

The slides depicted various subjects, including historical events, fairy tales, and scenes from everyday life. The combination of light, color, and moving images created a mesmerizing experience for viewers of all ages. While the popularity of magic lanterns declined with the advent of cinema and modern technologies, they remain a cherished and sought-after collectible item for enthusiasts and historians today. The unique craftsmanship and nostalgic charm of vintage magic lanterns continue to captivate and inspire. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in magic lanterns, with specialized societies and museums dedicated to preserving and showcasing these early projection devices. The study and restoration of vintage magic lanterns offer insights into the early days of visual entertainment and the evolution of technology. In conclusion, vintage magic lanterns provide a glimpse into a bygone era of visual storytelling and entertainment. Their intricate designs, use of glass slides, and ability to captivate audiences make them a truly remarkable piece of history. Whether appreciated as a collectible item or admired for their historical significance, vintage magic lanterns continue to hold a special place in our modern world..

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