Magic Evolution - Science

ouncesmusic · 12-31-2011, 06:34 PM

One of the best "magacians" of all time would have to be Nikola Tesla. Look him up.

As for nowadays, harnessing the natural powers of nature and manipulating them as a scientist does, seems deserving of the title "modern day alchemist." And the movie "The Prestige" briefly introduces the idea of magicians/performers getting with the advancments of time and incorporating them into their performances.

I think it starts with realizing if the introduction of something new is going to make or break you. If it makes things easier or if it becomes a hassle to use. Than, one would have to decide if the science/technology introduced is taking away from the performace or your self; establishing a reason or explanation within the "new device" and no longer a skill you posses.

So that's kind of my beginning thoughts on that. I use to really be into gimmicks because of how far the branch from reality can stem with these amazing items. However, I slowly have weened my self from the dependency of an item performing a miracle that I can learn without it and feel 10x more confident with my performing skills that I have worked hard to earn. Like a pat on the back.

12-31-2011, 06:34 PM	#1
ouncesmusic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Seattle/WA/USA Posts: 110	One of the best "magacians" of all time would have to be Nikola Tesla. Look him up. As for nowadays, harnessing the natural powers of nature and manipulating them as a scientist does, seems deserving of the title "modern day alchemist." And the movie "The Prestige" briefly introduces the idea of magicians/performers getting with the advancments of time and incorporating them into their performances. I think it starts with realizing if the introduction of something new is going to make or break you. If it makes things easier or if it becomes a hassle to use. Than, one would have to decide if the science/technology introduced is taking away from the performace or your self; establishing a reason or explanation within the "new device" and no longer a skill you posses. So that's kind of my beginning thoughts on that. I use to really be into gimmicks because of how far the branch from reality can stem with these amazing items. However, I slowly have weened my self from the dependency of an item performing a miracle that I can learn without it and feel 10x more confident with my performing skills that I have worked hard to earn. Like a pat on the back.