We all recognize Derren Brown as one of the finest mentalists of our age. His critically acclaimed writings, television shows, and theatrical productions have made him a respected household name all over the world. Everyone knows that.
What fewer people know is that years before his fame, Derren earned his living as a close-up magician specializing in card magic. He released The Devil’s Picturebook in 1999, a stunning collection of card material years ahead of its time. The card magic he performs and teaches offer a rare glimpse into how Derren thinks about his magic, and how he constructs routines. Then, as now, the audience’s emotions are always Derren’s primary focus.
Vanishing Inc. Magic is proud to bring you The Devil’s Picturebook for the first time as a digitally remastered download. Over the course of three hours, you’ll be given a detailed, rare insight into this rare Derren Brown material. The first half focuses on Derren’s “traditional” card work; featuring his Card Under Box, Oil and Water and the famous Smoke routine. The second features his incredible, pioneering psychological card material.
Part 1: Conjuring
3-Card Routine: A beautiful routine using three selections.
Mike’s Move: An invisible bottom card control.
Card Under Box: As the title implies, a multi-phased routine.
Oil and Water: Derren’s terrific version of this classic.
Zameil’s Rose: A poetic piece in which a selected card changes into a shower of rose pedals.
Smoke: Perhaps Derren’s signature close-up piece, this is a thought-of card to cigarette.
