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Professional journalist and performer, world-renowned as a top name in Italian card magic.
Mar 12, 2026
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10 min read
You're not supposed to repeat this trick. But what if you did? Giacomo shares a method for combining the classic plot with a "Triumph."
Mar 5, 2026
9 min read
In magic, everything revolves around setting and breaking expectations. But what happens when expectations rise too high?
Feb 26, 2026
12 min read
Famous magicians do not buy the same magic tricks as us. They have access to advanced, exclusive methods. We tracked down their creators.
Feb 5, 2026
11 min read
Why do some magicians always get asked to perform again, and others are not? Practical advice for turning spectators into promoters.
Jan 29, 2026
An often-overlooked shortcut to stronger magic, and why an hourglass might be the most powerful prop you haven’t tried yet.
Jan 15, 2026
Giacomo shares an exciting variation of the classic card magic effect. It's practical and fun to perform.
Jan 8, 2026
Learn about the origins of the "cleaning principle" - why it works, and what you really should replace it with.
Dec 18, 2025
Learn a surreal, original coin trick that looks like something you might see on a TV magic show.
Dec 11, 2025
Magicians either love it or hate it. But have we truly uncovered the full potential of this technique?
Dec 4, 2025
8 min read
Should you always say yes to impromptu performances? Sometimes, spotting the right context is far more valuable—especially in the long run.
Nov 20, 2025
14 min read
Learn a complete, updated method for the General Card—a routine that plays big using nothing but a borrowed, shuffled deck.
Nov 13, 2025
We spoke with magic consultant Ben Seidman about how the illusions were created—and what didn’t make it into the final cut.
Oct 28, 2025
Learn a full routine that blends this card magic classic with updated structure, visuals, and spectator focus.
Oct 9, 2025
6 min read
Discover why this plot became a top choice for magicians worldwide—and learn an original method to perform it.
Oct 7, 2025
5 min read
A step-by-step strategy for shaping what you say, when you say it, and when to say nothing at all.
Sep 30, 2025
4 min read
Learn two full routines that rely on principles most magicians already know, used in unorthodox ways.
Sep 23, 2025
Learn how to plant any information in your spectator's mind using your phone's camera for a magic trick.
Sep 16, 2025
3 min read
How to spot and rebalance spectator choices in any routine—plus a full, practical example you can try today.
Sep 11, 2025
A closer look at the overlooked moment between the double lift and the reveal. Learn a principle you can apply instantly to your go-to card trick.
Sep 9, 2025
This magic trick is not what you think, and you’ve likely never heard of it before. Learn the full method—at your own risk.
Sep 2, 2025
Learn a Triumph handling that happens in their hands—no matter your skill level. Start performing.
Aug 26, 2025
These three routines break the mold—and almost no one performs them. Learn the full method to the final one, so you can start today.
Aug 19, 2025
We break down the methods, principles, and subtleties that define the plot—including the history of a method kept secret for over thirty years.
Aug 12, 2025
Whether you’re performing for one or one hundred, a routine can feel too small—or too big—if you don’t adapt it. Here’s how to make your magic fit the room.
Aug 5, 2025
Framing magic as a game invites your audience to play along—literally. Learn a self-working Memory trick.
