Unlock the Secrets of Card Handling Mastery

Embark on an essential journey with 'Foundations of Card Handling' by Steve Faulkner, a comprehensive online course designed to give you unparalleled control and confidence with a deck of cards. This digital download isn't about teaching specific magic tricks; it's about building the bedrock skills that make all advanced card magic possible. Whether you're just starting your magical adventure or you're an experienced practitioner looking to reinforce your fundamental techniques, this course offers invaluable insights and precise instruction.

What You'll Learn

Steve Faulkner meticulously guides you through every critical aspect of basic card manipulation. You'll begin with the absolute basics, like 'How to Hold the Cards,' ensuring a comfortable and natural grip. Progress through techniques such as 'Spreading the Cards' and 'Cutting the Cards,' mastering smooth, controlled movements. The course dives deep into various essential shuffles, including 'The Overhand Shuffle,' 'Riffling the Cards,' 'Tabled Riffle Shuffle,' 'In The Hand Riffle Shuffle,' and 'Hindu Shuffle,' each taught with careful attention to detail, including 'OTS' (Over The Shoulder) views for optimal learning. You'll also discover how to 'Dribble the Cards' and execute the elegant 'Ribbon Spread,' complete with a segment on 'Ribbon Spread with Top Card Control.' The final module, 'The Reversed Card,' adds a practical element, bringing together many of the learned skills.

Build an Unshakeable Foundation

This collection is an investment in your future magical prowess. By focusing solely on handling and control, Steve Faulkner ensures that you develop clean, natural, and deceptive mechanics. A strong foundation means that when you eventually learn complex sleights and intricate routines, your hands will move with an effortless grace that truly sells the illusion. Don't skip these crucial steps; mastering these foundational techniques now will save you countless hours of frustration later and elevate your magic to a professional level.

Who Is This Course For?

Primarily aimed at beginners, this course is also an essential resource for anyone who wants to revisit and solidify their core card handling. If you've ever felt your technique was a bit sloppy, or you want to ensure your fundamental moves are flawless, this is the perfect opportunity to 'check the strength of your foundations.' Learn from a true expert and lay the groundwork for a lifetime of captivating card magic.

Original Specs

For beginners, but also for those wanting to check the strength of their foundations. No magic here, just how to handle the cards. It'll make the later stages so much easier.

Course curriculum

Handling the Cards
1. Foundations Introduction.
2. 1 -The Cards
3. 2. - How to Hold the Cards
4. 2.1 - How to Hold the Cards - OTS
5. 3 - Spreading the Cards
6. 3.1 - Spreading the Cards - OTS
7. 4 - Cutting the Cards
8. 4.1- Cutting the cards OTS right-Vimeo
9. 5 - The Overhand Shuffle
10. 5.1 - The Overhand Shuffle - OTS
11. 6 - Riffling the Cards
12. 6.1 - Riffling the Cards - OTS
13. 7 - Dribbling the Cards
14. 7.1 - Dribbling the cards OTS-Vimeo
15. 8 - Ribbon Spread
16. 8.1 - Ribbon Spread OTS
17. 8.2 - Ribbon spread with Top Card Control
18. 9 - Tabled Riffle Shuffle OTS
19. 9.1 - Tabled Riffle Shuffle
20. 10 - In The Hand Riffle Shuffle
21. 10.1 - In The Hand Riffle Shuffle OTS
22. 11 - Hindu Shuffle
23. 11.1 - Hindu shuffle OTS
24. 12 - The Reversed Card
25. 12.1 - The reversed card OTS
26. 13 - Foundations Course Complete

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