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Tilt or Depth Illusion

The 'Tilt' or 'Depth Illusion' is a close-up card trick where a selected card appears to be inserted into the middle of the deck but actually remains under the top card, creating a visual illusion of depth. With a snap, the card then magically jumps to the top of the deck. This trick is perfect for magicians looking to add a visually deceptive move to their repertoire, requiring practice to master the subtle mechanics involved.

Key features

  • Creates a convincing illusion of a card being inserted into the middle of the deck

  • Requires mastering a subtle pinky break and proper finger positioning

  • Includes a unique variation for the third repetition to enhance deception

  • Visual and practical tips provided for smoother execution

  • Ideal for close-up magic performances

Pros

  • Visually impressive and deceptive

  • Includes a unique variation to play with audience expectations

  • Detailed tutorial with practical tips for execution

Cons

  • Requires dedicated practice to achieve seamless execution

  • May be challenging for beginners due to the need for precise finger positioning and timing

What people are saying about Tilt or Depth Illusion

SeanDevine says...

The 'Tilt' is a great move [...] I want to give you some details some fine details and some finesses that you can add to this move plus a little something that I've added to it a little sort of variation that you can add into your tilt routines.

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