Get a first class ticket into the captivating mind of FISM World Champion Markobi.
"Wow, just Wow. This is not just a book on ridiculously amazing card magic. The biggest treat is learning how Markobi thinks. It is a road map to his thought process on thinking, creating, and breaking the norm. EVERYONE should read this book. I guarantee it will be a future classic.” Chris Kenner
Stairway is more than just another magic book. It’s a comprehensive look into the techniques, philosophy, and creative process of a FISM winner. Markobi provides practical advice for magicians of all levels, helping them refine their art and create unforgettable performances.
It does not matter if you like close-up or stage magic, or if you love card tricks or not. You don’t even need to have any desire to ever enter a magic competition. Stairway will help any magician, of any skill level, become a better performer.
The book is divided into chapters detailing the creation and perfectionism that led to an award-winning act. Markobi guides readers through his creative process, explores the challenges he faced and offers practical advice on overcoming obstacles and continually improving.
Markobi shares his techniques, tricks, and philosophy of magic. You’ll learn how cards and props are tools that can be used to evoke emotions and create profound connections with an audience. He’ll teach you how to transform every performance into a unique sensory and emotional experience, carefully orchestrated to astonish and move the audience.
Stairway also includes an exclusive peek behind the curtain of Markobi’s FISM act. Key techniques like MDL and subtle forcing are explained, showing how he uses psychological strategies to manipulate perception and how each sequence builds to a spectacular climax..
If you’ve ever wanted your magic to be unforgettable, you need to grab a copy of Stairway This is a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice that will accompany aspiring magicians on their journey to greatness.
"Markobi is brilliant. All the psychological and technical virtuosity of the Tamariz school, but seeming like he just staggered, hilarious, out of a French surrealist movie." Teller
"When Markobi performed, I couldn't stop laughing. He has a wonderful "never mind attitude" where nothing disturbs him. I admire him completely.” Lennart Green
A Sneak Peek at Some Chapters from Stairway by Markobi
The Creative Process
In this first-hand exploration of Markobi’s creative process, you’ll discover the inherent value a notebook provides in capturing and organizing raw ideas. He teaches you how to fill a notebook without any restriction and then filter the notes down into tangible, innovative, and memorable pieces of magic.
Overlaying Dreams and Reality
One of the key themes of Stairway, and Markobi’s magic as a whole, is the concept of using dreams to inspire reality. He shares practical techniques for transferring ideas from dreams into creative performances, while also providing concrete proof for how this approach enhances overall creativity and motivation.
Analysis and Structure of Acts
This chapter offers a detailed method for effectively analyzing magical performances, both good and bad, and using the information to grow as an overall performer. Markobi shares how studying winning acts enabled him to identify common elements that contributed to their success. He then provides practical advice on incorporating these elements into your work, emphasizing originality and authenticity.
Tools and Points of Vigilance
Markobi delves into the technical and psychological aspects of preparing an act, including practicing in public, as well as managing ego, fears, and limits. He also stresses the importance of persevering in the face of challenges, offering practical exercises for overcoming obstacles and continually improving as a magician.
Competition Preparation
This chapter is dedicated to specific advice on competition preparation from both a mental and physical perspective. Markobi discusses the importance of rituals and gentle superstitions, while also sharing insights on stress management and the psychological parameters you must consider before a big performance or competition.
FISM Act Details
Destined to be the highlight of the book for many, this chapter goes behind the scenes of Markobi’s award-winning FISM act as he shares a detailed analysis of the routine. This includes a look at the theory behind each step, the structure of the performance, and even an analysis of the artistic and technical choices he made. This one-of-a-kind insight into the rigor and creativity required to create a world championship act highlights the core features of any successful act. It will benefit even those with no intention of ever competing with magic.
Stairway by Markobi is an introspective journey through the experiences, thoughts, and techniques that guided a perfectionist magician to become a World Champion. It is an invaluable source of inspiration and insight for magicians of any skill level. Get your copy today from Vanishing Inc.!