brain storm n. A sudden clever plan or idea. v. To think of or produce a solution.
Brainstorm - The Creative Card Magic of John Guastaferro is like a delightful buffet of card magic, serving up John's finest creations with a generous dollop of cleverness, sneaky methods, and maximum fun. Most of these tricks are perfect for mingling about, no tables required (who needs a table, anyway?), and they're within the grasp of your average magician. Get ready to see how well these effects play out and discover the finely tuned methods and routines designed to leave your audience speechless.
VOLUME ONEBallet Cut - Master the art of this stunning in-the-hands false cut that’s as beautiful as it is practical. Once you learn it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it (seriously).
Fairy Tale Frogs - In this charming packet trick, four frog cards hop one by one, before transforming into princes after a spectator blows a kiss. And just wait for that final twist!
Troubleshooter - Quick, someone call "deck" support! Your cards have gone belly up, leaving only backs. Here’s a cheeky routine with an unexpected twist that’ll have them laughing.
Lost & Found - A signed card vanishes from a clear plastic wallet, only to reappear in an impossible place. The method is so clever you’ll be smacking your forehead thinking, "Why didn’t I think of that?!”
Color Blind - Show off your card skills in this straightforward yet impactful Ace-cutting demonstration, culminating in a strong transposition that’ll make you look like a wizard.
Palm Reader - The four Aces reveal a startling surprise, then change right in the spectator's hand. Talk about a reveal!
Club Sandwich - A quick and clever sandwich routine where two chosen cards magically swap places! You’ve got to see this in action to believe it.
Double Monte - A classic three-card monte ends with a transposition that’ll leave your audience scratching their heads. It’s the perfect follow-on to Club Sandwich.
No Jokers Allowed - Jokers keep barging in, ruining your award-winning trick. Show that jokers really are wild with this impromptu, magic-filled routine that’s a riot.
Detour - Take your audience on a whimsical ride as a card "drives" around, finally landing in your wallet. This fun, logical card-to-wallet routine is one you’ll want to keep in your repertoire.
Tidal Wave Aces - After deftly cutting to the four Aces in a jumbled deck, watch as the entire deck visibly changes colour! It’s magic, but not as you know it.
