The secrets of magic have been passed between generations through books. Many magicians swear by beloved classics, such as Hugard and Braue's "Royal Road to Card Magic" and S.W. Erdnase's "Expert at the Card Table."

But even the best-published book is static. A beginner or newcomer to magic may have difficulty in figuring out diagrams and photos that try to illustrate how a sleight is supposed to work.

That's why visual instruction is so valuable. It demonstrates real-time movements and finger positions, so that a student knows how a sleight is supposed to look.

Since 2001, Ellusionist has produced and distributed high-quality magic DVDs and videos. These training resources are almost essential for helping magicians understand how sleight of hand works. From simple sleights to more complicated moves, Ellusionist has a vast library of visual instruction available as DVDs or downloadable videos

• Visual instruction provides an easy-to-follow lesson that shows exactly how sleights work -- especially more complicated, advanced sleights, such as the pass.
• Instructors in Ellusionist's magic DVDs and videos often pass out performance tips and advice learned from professional experience.
• Visual instruction speeds your education in magic by demonstrating correct practice -- which gets you performing in front of real audiences more quickly.
• Ellusionist blazed the trail for online magic instruction that has been copied by other magic retailers.

Ellusionist teaches a variety of magical forms, including card-handling for beginners and intermediates, how to use gaff cards, flourishing and card manipulation and even how to work as a professional. They are produced in high-quality, high-resolution formats that will look crystal clear on your TV or monitor. They are also filmed from the best angles by professional photographers, so you'll spend less time squinting and more time learning.

Learning magic has never been easier. Class is about to begin...