Archive - Ellusionist.com

Everything Wrong with the Online Magic Community

Beneath the lights, glitter and awe – lies an unsightly atmosphere of conflict.

May 2, 2022 •

The Bell Curve of Learning Magic

What goes up, must come down

Apr 28, 2022 •

How Do You Hear About New Magic?

Getting to know you

Feb 14, 2023 •

How to Make Money in Magic

Let’s start with some honesty that nobody talks about.

May 14, 2023 •

Weird Things That Magicians Say: Part 1

Common phrases that leave your spectators confused

Jun 16, 2022 •

8 years ago I took a job with Ellusionist and I've seen the very best of the industry - and the very worst.

Feb 26, 2023 •

Ellusionist Convention

Apr 19, 2023 •

Trick of the Year 2023

What is going to win?

Dec 29, 2023 •

Why 'Marketing' in Magic is So Hated

Lessons from failure

Jun 1, 2022 •

Why We Can't Publish Every Review

Some people have asked why we don’t have a lot of 1-star reviews on the website.

Apr 28, 2023 •

Wanna Bulletproof Your Magic?

It's Not Always About More Skill

Jan 11, 2024 •

The playing card market is dead. But why?

Jul 28, 2023 •

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