Perfect Oil and Water by Erik Casey and John Michael Hinton

Created by: Erik Casey, John Michael Hinton

Perfect Oil & Water is a visually stunning card trick where red and black cards appear to blend and then separate effortlessly, mimicking the behavior of oil and water. This self-working trick is suitable for all skill levels and works seamlessly in close-up, stage, and social media settings. While it requires special cards, they look completely normal to the audience, maintaining the illusion. Created by Erik Casey and John Michael Hinton, this trick is perfect for magicians looking to add a visually striking and easy-to-perform effect to their repertoire.

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Key features

Self-working trick, suitable for all skill levels
Strong visual appeal with red and black cards blending and separating
Versatile for close-up, stage, and social media performances
Special cards look normal to the audience
Multiple performance methods taught in the full explanation

Pros

Highly visual and captivating
Instant reset for quick performances
Beginner-friendly yet impressive for seasoned magicians
Versatile across different performance settings

Cons

Requires special cards (though they look normal to the audience)

Effect

The 'Perfect Oil & Water' trick creates a stunning visual illusion where red and black cards appear to mix together seamlessly, only to separate again as if they were oil and water. The effect is clean, impossible to follow, and leaves the audience wondering how the cards could blend and then return to their original state so effortlessly.

Full details

'Perfect Oil & Water' is a self-working card trick designed by Erik Casey and John Michael Hinton. It uses special cards that look completely normal to the audience, maintaining the illusion. The trick is versatile and can be performed in close-up settings, on stage, or even adapted for social media. The creators include multiple performance methods in the full explanation, allowing magicians to tailor the trick to their style. One of the standout features is its instant reset, making it practical for repeated performances.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for magicians of all skill levels. Beginners will appreciate its self-working nature, while experienced performers can use it as a visually striking addition to their routines. It’s particularly well-suited for those who perform in close-up or stage settings, as well as magicians looking for tricks that work well on social media platforms.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

'Perfect Oil & Water' is designed to be easy to perform, requiring no advanced sleight of hand. Its self-working nature makes it accessible to beginners, but the strong visual impact ensures it remains engaging for seasoned magicians. The trick’s simplicity, combined with its instant reset, makes it a practical choice for performers who need reliable and quick-to-set-up effects.

What magicians say

Magicians have praised 'Perfect Oil & Water' for its visual appeal and practicality. Craig Petty, in his review, highlighted its instant reset and strong visual effect, calling it a standout trick. AlakazamMagicUK described it as a self-working trick with a strong visual appeal, suitable for all skill levels. The trick’s versatility across different performance settings, from close-up to stage and social media, has also been noted as a major advantage. Overall, it’s considered a must-have for magicians looking to add a visually stunning and easy-to-perform trick to their repertoire.