ULTIMATE Oil & Water - TUTORIAL

This tutorial dives into a unique and engaging take on the classic 'Oil & Water' card trick, designed to maximize audience participation. The creator felt the traditional version lacked spectator choice, so he developed a two-phase routine that incorporates more involvement. The effect involves a deck of cards, initially mixed with red and black cards, instantly separating with a shake and snap. The routine cleverly uses a subtle displacement move during setup, disguised within a casual spreading and shuffling action, to strategically position the cards. The second phase introduces the 'Twice Switch Three' displacement mix, which creates a seemingly random shuffle while maintaining the separation. Finally, the Paul C. Swindle mix is incorporated, which reverses the order of the cards without affecting the separation. The creator emphasizes the importance of a strong opening, embracing audience choice, and performing the displacement move casually. He believes this routine elevates the classic effect, making it more engaging and memorable, and encourages magicians to experiment with it.