For the last five years all of the material I’ve produced has been available only direct from me at live events. I’ve written about this previously and you can get some insight into why I’ve been doing this by clicking here.
I never intended this to be controversial or as disregard for those who could not attend a live event. Between you and me, video was never my strong suit - I’m a live and in person kind of guy. This new approach allows me to share my magic in a way that I feel highlights it best. It also adds a bit more mystery to a business that ironically seems to have less and less.
Not everyone sees it that way.
I try not complain much about theft in magic. I've been a casualty more times than I care to remember. We all know it happens and it’s nearly impossible to police. I can’t think of a good reason to steal someone’s material – maybe there is one. However, I’m positive that not having easy access to it is NOT that reason.
Lately, I’ve seen a large number of my “live event only” items being sold online by a host of dodgy folks. I received an email recently from someone who purchased one and wanted me to replace the inferior copy. The idea that someone thinks I produced a shoddy product cuts way deep. Honestly, it hurts more than the theft of ideas and the loss of income.
Although, all of it combined feels like a solid punch to the stomach.
I assure you I have not authorized these items and I hope you won’t support them. It’s hard to address these issues more directly since I don’t want to shine a spotlight on thieves - which sadly often results in giving them more business.
So just a friendly reminder:
Caveat emptor.
And if you are unsure if you are about to buy a rip-off:
Emptor email me.
I never intended this to be controversial or as disregard for those who could not attend a live event. Between you and me, video was never my strong suit - I’m a live and in person kind of guy. This new approach allows me to share my magic in a way that I feel highlights it best. It also adds a bit more mystery to a business that ironically seems to have less and less.
Not everyone sees it that way.
I try not complain much about theft in magic. I've been a casualty more times than I care to remember. We all know it happens and it’s nearly impossible to police. I can’t think of a good reason to steal someone’s material – maybe there is one. However, I’m positive that not having easy access to it is NOT that reason.
Lately, I’ve seen a large number of my “live event only” items being sold online by a host of dodgy folks. I received an email recently from someone who purchased one and wanted me to replace the inferior copy. The idea that someone thinks I produced a shoddy product cuts way deep. Honestly, it hurts more than the theft of ideas and the loss of income.
Although, all of it combined feels like a solid punch to the stomach.
I assure you I have not authorized these items and I hope you won’t support them. It’s hard to address these issues more directly since I don’t want to shine a spotlight on thieves - which sadly often results in giving them more business.
So just a friendly reminder:
Caveat emptor.
And if you are unsure if you are about to buy a rip-off:
Emptor email me.
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