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Snappini by Biz and Big Blind Media

Created by: Biz, Big Blind Media

Snappini is a visually stunning color change effect where a playing card instantly transforms into another card with a sharp, snapping motion. This close-up card magic trick creates a magical moment where the spectator sees one card clearly displayed, then with a quick gesture, it changes to a completely different card. The effect is designed to be practical for real-world performances while maintaining high visual impact that works well both in person and for social media content. As part of the 'Shades Vol. 1' collection, it's categorized in the 'Some Practice' difficulty tier, meaning magicians with basic card handling skills can learn it with dedicated practice, but it delivers professional-level results.

Key features

  • Part of the 'Shades Vol. 1' collection featuring 10 unique color changes

  • Categorized as 'Some Practice' difficulty - accessible with dedicated practice

  • Designed for both real-life performances and social media content

  • Uses a sharp, snapping motion for the transformation

  • Focuses on the intersection of fun and practicality

  • Encourages frequent practice through enjoyable execution

  • Available as a digital download/purchase from Big Blind Media

Pros

  • High visual impact that works well for audiences

  • Practical enough for regular performance use

  • Fun to practice and execute

  • Suitable for both close-up and social media contexts

  • Clear difficulty categorization helps magicians gauge commitment

Cons

  • Requires dedicated practice to master (not beginner-friendly)

  • Only available as part of a larger collection purchase

  • May require good card handling fundamentals

Effect

The Snappini color change makes a selected playing card visually transform into another card. The change happens with a sharp, snapping motion of the fingers. The transformation is direct and happens in the performer's hands, creating a clear moment of magic for the viewer.

Full details

Snappini is one of ten color changes included in the Shades Vol. 1 collection by Biz. It is classified in the "Some Practice" difficulty tier. The change is designed to be both visually effective and practical for use in performances. The method uses standard playing cards and does not require special props. The technique focuses on a specific hand motion to create the visual change.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is suitable for magicians who have basic card handling skills and want to learn a reliable color change. It is good for performers who want a move that works in both social media videos and live performances. Magicians looking for a change that is fun to practice may find it appealing.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Snappini requires some practice to perform smoothly. It is not for complete beginners, as it demands consistent finger placement and timing. The move is placed in the middle tier of difficulty within the Shades Vol. 1 collection. With dedicated rehearsal, a magician with foundational skills can learn it.

What magicians say

Big Blind Media presents the collection containing Snappini. They note Biz's philosophy that a move should be fun to practice and practical to perform. The collection aims to inspire more frequent practice. Biz states that some changes are optimized for social media, while others are for real-life performance. The goal is to reignite the joy of handling cards.

What people are saying about Snappini

BigBlindMedia says...

The collection is positioned as a tool to inspire more frequent practice and performance. Biz loved the idea of creating changes that serve different purposes - some optimized for social media visual impact, while others are geared towards real-life, practical performance.

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