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Bottom Card Pop Out by Ed Marlo

Created by: Ed Marlo

Bottom Card Pop Out is a classic close-up card magic trick where the bottom card of the deck appears to fly or pop out into the performer's hand, often with a sudden, magical motion. As seen by the spectator, the card seems to defy gravity and leap from the deck, creating a surprising and visual moment of magic. This trick is part of a broader category of card productions and can be performed in various styles, from action-based methods (where a flick or shake is visible) to more magical versions (where the card appears with no apparent cause). Buyers should know that this trick relies on sleight-of-hand techniques, with the specific method credited to Ed Marlo, and it requires practice to master for smooth performance.

Key features

  • Credited to Ed Marlo, a renowned figure in card magic

  • Can be performed as an action-based or magical pop-out depending on the method

  • Requires sleight-of-hand skill and practice for effective execution

  • Versatile for close-up magic settings

  • Part of a progression of techniques for card productions

Pros

  • Visual and surprising effect for spectators

  • Can be adapted to different performance styles

  • Builds on foundational card magic skills

Cons

  • Requires significant practice to perform smoothly

  • May not be suitable for beginners due to sleight-of-hand demands

Effect

The Bottom Card Pop Out makes a playing card appear to fly out from the bottom of the deck. The magician holds the deck in one hand. With a small motion, the bottom card visibly ejects and is caught. The effect is direct and visual. The card seems to pop out on its own.

Full details

This trick is a method for producing a single card. It is credited to the magician Ed Marlo. The move is classified as an action-based production. This means the audience sees a physical cause for the card's movement. The card's flight is the direct result of a flick or a shake. The Bottom Card Pop Out is one of ten methods demonstrated in a video by BigBlindMedia. The video organizes techniques from basic to advanced. This trick falls into the group of simpler, more direct methods.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for magicians who want a reliable card production. It is suitable for those who perform with a deck of cards regularly. It works well for close-up magic. Magicians looking for a clear and visual effect will find it useful. It is a foundational move that can be built upon.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Bottom Card Pop Out is a practical technique. It does not require advanced sleight-of-hand. The move is easier to learn than the magical pop-outs with no apparent cause. It is a good starting point for learning card productions. With practice, the action can be made to look smooth and natural.

What magicians say

BigBlindMedia presents this trick as part of a visual encyclopedia of options. The video shows a progression from basic to advanced methods. Biz, the creator, notes that his classification is subjective. He places the Bottom Card Pop Out in Group 1 for action-based pop-outs. This group contains techniques that are the result of a visible physical action. The video serves as an instructive resource for magicians to learn through observation.

What people are saying about Bottom Card Pop Out

BigBlindMedia says...

The video is a fantastic visual encyclopedia of options for a classic magical effect, showing a progression from basic to advanced methods for card productions. [...] Biz loved the creative challenge of compiling and comparing these methods, illustrating the different visual and psychological qualities of each pop-out.

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