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by **Poppadom** » Mar 31st, '12, 07:32

I have just registered on this forum so I thought it would be a good idea to start off by introducing myself.

I am currently 18 years old and in the first year of a chemistry degree. Like many, I first got into magic at an early age through some basic books of tricks and the famous Paul Daniels magic set, but it wasn't until I was about 12 that I realised (through the help of the internet) just how incredible magic could be, and that if I looked in the right places I would be able to learn things that previously I had only dreamed about doing. Since then I have been practising magic (almost) tirelessly, working my way through Hugard's Card Manipulations and Expert Card Technique to name just a couple of resources. I am now at the stage where I think of myself as a quite competent magician, and I have performed many times for family and friends. I specialise in card magic, although I do often like to branch out into magic with other small objects.

I was a member of the Young Magician's Club for a couple of years, although I don't live near London so wasn't able to take part in any activities with them. I would very much like to join the Magic Circle, but before I do so I would like to get more experience performing for people I don't know so that I can hone my presentation to a finer degree.

I have been lurking on this forum for longer than I care to remember, but recently I thought that joining in would be a great way for me to gain inspiration and take the next step on my magical journey. So here I am. It's great to be 'here' (?), and I look forward to some enlightening magical discussions!

by **mr invisible** » Mar 31st, '12, 08:31

Hi there and welcome. It seems that you have read a few good books and have had a good experience at the young magicians club. The worlds your oyster as they say. Its up to you how far you would like to go in the magic world? Good luck... Just curious how long ago did you leave the young magicians club? Garry

by **Poppadom** » Apr 1st, '12, 06:47

Thank you for a very encouraging reply! I left the Young Magician's Club last year when I turned 18, because the club is only for under-18s.

by **mr invisible** » Apr 1st, '12, 08:33

Poppadom wrote:Thank you for a very encouraging reply! I left the Yound Magician's Club last year when I turned 18, because the club is only for under-18s.

Hello again, did you ever come across a young mentor by the name of Alex?

by **Poppadom** » Apr 1st, '12, 14:03

I was never actually able to attend any of the Young Magician's Club events because they all took place so far away from where I live, so unfortunately I didn't meet anyone in person through the club.