Advanced Card Technique
The following techniques and flourishes are challenging and require dedication and practice to master.
One Handed Riffle Shuffle
Difficulty Level: 4
Executing a riffle shuffle with one hand looks great. It is a real demonstration of skill for an audience.
The Card Spin
Difficulty Level: 4
This is a nice flourish which can add panache to your card handling.
One Handed Top Palm
Difficulty Level: 4
This is a versatile move that can get the top card of the deck into palm instantly with one hand.
Colour Change using One Handed Top Palm
Difficulty Level: 4
This is a great visual colour change. See first the tutorial on the One Handed Top Palm.
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Credit: Chris Dugdale
Card spin flourish
Difficulty Level: 4
This flourish is a great way to reveal the audience's chosen card, having controlled it to the top of the deck.
The Second Deal
Difficulty Level: 4
The second deal is a challenging sleight to master, but well worth the effort. Don't worry if you can't get this technique quickly, it can take a few months of practice to look truly convincing.