Card magic is arguably the most popular form of close up magic in the history of professional conjuring entertainment. Pasteboards (as they are called in more learned circles) have been around since the middle ages and card conjuring is about as old as the playing card itself. With such a rich history, many literary works have been published on the topic. Let us start by recommending some resources to those looking for a starting place.

Three “MUST READ” books:

We will always suggest that the avid and hungry student of conjuring be fed first by books, however there is something to be said about video as a learning tool. Out Of Sleight produces all of its learning videos in HD and at the highest quality to surpass even industry standards. Since we are based out of Nashville Tennessee, we have access to some of the best video and audio producers in the country. Every effect is explained in full, to the most minute detail. No stone left unturned! So please take time to check out some of our original effects that have been professionally tested in a real working environment. These are not just “street” card tricks, we test our effects in the real working world where the audience reaction matters as much as your paycheck at the end of the night.