Behind The Magician

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Posted by AL | Posted on 29-05-2010

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Please don’t tell me about Monday! Friday was a great day as there was no work to do and I got myself to SJBA to donate blood. Like every year, the weather got hotter and hotter but that didn’t stop me from giving something back to the community. I may not be as great as philanthropists.. least I’m trying.. while not denying other people’s imperfection.

I went for the FREE medical check-up. The result was – I’m now finally at my normal weight after losing 4kg in 2 months time. WHAT?!?! And.. and.. I still have my high blood pressure! Thought I already been really relaxed at home. Can’t help it, probably because – Never mind =D

Reached at SJ, parked my car after illegal turn on the road

Met my high school senior at SJBA, he was a volunteer!

Point where the needle pierced through my skin and got my blood

Felt so GOOD after blood donation. Then I was invited to have the vegetarian meal at the courtyard next to the SJBA. It was good too! Not many people that I know of were there, most of them gone to overseas for further studies. But people were eye-ing on me when I walked pass them.. I wonder what was on their mind.. =/ I don’t know them.

Anyway, make your own opportunity to help your neighbor, this one big family, the people around you – those who need help, you can make a difference in their very lives.

Make a change, Make that change.

Need to edit the new MAGIC video so that I can post it up soon! Oh yeah, I had a contest on this blog, if you missed it, you can still participate now by clicking HERE! You know the prize is rewarding. Psst, I got a surprise for the participants too =D

Walked Away,
AL

P.S:   I had my haircut already.

My Magic Show Went LIVE At Nuffnang Movie Screening!!

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Posted by AL | Posted on 28-05-2010

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Quick!! Say, “Thank God!! It’s Friday (TGIF)!!”. Happy Wesak Day for those who celebrating such wonderful day! Those who are working today.. stare at your own boss now. Will be going to Subang Jaya Buddhist Association to donate my sweet blood for those who need it more than my mosquitoes. I may not be a religious devotee of any kind but I hope that I can make a change for other’s future.

Reminded me of Romeo&Juliet, Assassin Creed, Spiderman..

Last night – I had a wonderful moment with fellow bloggers at the Prince Of Persia, The Sands Of Time movie screening at e@Curve. I met famous and great bloggers such as Henry, Krazygal3, BabeBaboon, Jiayeen, Jayleo and many other bloggers whom I not able to recall. I just started blogging not long ago, please pardon me. The movie was good, 7.5/10 from me. I like the graphics and the humor but not very much of the actions and the kissing..

I was very excited to meet so many bloggers at one place! Of course, they caught me at the ticketing counter and as promised, I performed a magic show for them. You guys have been great audiences and friends to me. I felt happy and proud to be able to bring magicAL moments for everyone! All I can say is THANK YOU and really hope that we can meet up again sometime like a gathering or so =)

Cassie (the girl who went to the screening with me), is NOT my girlfriend. Haha!! Will see you guys again soon =)

Out To Donate Blood,
AL

P.S:   THERE WERE A LOT OF CAMERA FLASHES!!!!!!!!!!!

Define Levitation, AL MAGIC – Episode 6

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Posted by AL | Posted on 26-05-2010

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It’s Wednesday!! The never seen before (of course you never did) AL MAGIC – Episode 6, is finally here for everyone!! I love my job.. do you? =) Enjoy

I found that Levitation Magic very intriguing as everyone will try to find or create their own theories to answer the mysterious question, how did I do it?! Magic?! Trust me, your theories are not accurate. I DID NOT use any hidden gimmicks, NO magnets and definitely it was NOT a camera trick. The answer is, illusion – magic. At least I’m not a religious devotee in any form.

Once again, I do not possess any supernatural powers or that I’m psychic. I was uploading the video (340MB) at first attempt. It was taking me 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete but the connection FAILED at 2 hours. So I made another file format, which was only 12MB, less than 3 minutes to be uploaded. Quality is good! =)

Focus, Concentration - very important to make it works

It was stalled, suspended in mid air

It wasn't static nor sticky glue

YES! Banknote RM10! I didn't have 50 or 100 at that time..

50 cent was my finale

That’s all!! You have to stay tuned for the next video, Episode 7! The plan has been drafted but location of filming not confirmed yet. Wish I could do it outside of this neighborhood. Tomorrow, I’ll be going to E@Curve, for the Nuffnang – Prince of Persia, The Sands of Time movie screening. See you there.. and don’t worry, I will not make your girlfriend disappear like I did to Marcus.. uh…never mind

Flew Away,
AL

P.S:    Want to see me perform magic tomorrow at E@Curve? Catch me Alive =D

First Contest For Everyone To WIN A Magic Trick From Me

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Posted by AL | Posted on 24-05-2010

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This is my FIRST CONTEST for everyone to participate to win a MAGIC trick from me. Before I get into the details, enjoy the video I made specially for you..

This contest will start from Now, 24-05-2010 (Monday) and it will End on 03-06-2010 (Thursday) at 11.59pm. 5 Winners will be notified via EMAIL on 04-06-2010 (Friday). Of course, the instructions will be sent to the winners immediately.

To Participate in this contest..

Just post a comment to this blog post here with..

  1. Name & Email (I will contact you with this email)
  2. Occupation. (Student, if you’re still studying)
  3. Tell me why do you want to learn this trick

That’s all! No right or wrong answer. Just for the fun of it. =) I can’t teach magic openly. The reason is that, if everyone knows the secret behind the magic.. who will be impressed? By the way, this magic trick is very simple, even a 10 years old kid can do it.. if only the kid knows the secret.

All the best to you

Signed,
AL

P.S:   Episode 6 will be available soon! Stay tuned!

Was It Miracle OR WAS IT MAGIC?

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Posted by AL | Posted on 22-05-2010

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Miracles, Magic both had been performed and talked about since centuries ago. Dated back to the day, when your God did some miracles on Earth – made humans and other living organisms (and non living organisms). If you are unsure, go read your Bible again or simply Google.

Nevertheless, magic too being practiced as a cult ritual to ‘deceive‘ people to join the Cult Club or religion (not anymore now). If you’re offended, you may stop reading now. Magic was being used by mediums so they can be claimed to have supernatural powers like their magicAL gawd. It may be for the sake of the people or it could be simply for the money.. Here, the good example – judge it yourself;

Of course, humans don’t resurrect from dead bodies or FLY!! I think I answered your questions, humans DO NOT fly at all cost! There could be black magic (not because of the skin color) but NO evidence to prove that it even exist. I never once discover miracles in my research of paranormal/supernatural activities.. only unexplainable situations like ghosts. If we can all walk on water, it won’t be a miracle anymore, right?

Stop yourself from falling into any hypocrites’ prey out there, who tells you that they can heal your cancer, sex addiction or stuff like that. Go see doctor if you’re not feeling well or get some rest. It’s good to be religious/spiritual, BUT DON’T EVER BE NAIVE. Your God wants your LOVE, not Money – only con men do.

Miracles are for us to witness that Magic exists as our entertainment

Flew Away,
AL

P.S:   My next video will be a BOOM!! Haha! Oh, if you read till here, means you agreed with my statement above =)

Watch It While It Is Still Fresh – AL MAGIC Episode 5

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Posted by AL | Posted on 20-05-2010

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Yo! Sorry for the delay. Here’s the all new episode 5 of AL Magic series! The following magic performance is a special episode from myself, personally to support the effort of protecting our Mother Earth (Gaia)! All materials used in this video were all recycled after performance.. except the performer!

I really appreciate everyone’s concern over our environment. A little bit of effort means a lot to our next generation, our children of tomorrow and our Future.. (trust 2012). Recycle! Please recycle! To magicians and magic enthusiasts, if you want to be a professional, invent and create your own magic with the tools you have at home, it’ll be your only customize magic prop and it’s cheap to make! It’s fun!!

3 Unusual sightings in the video;

  1. My family and I don’t own any Perodua Kenari
  2. I actually signed my name on the paper without knowing why..
  3. Did you see the girl (student) walk by? Haha!!

You know.. it wasn't really outdated issue.. it was MAY issue!!!

How many copies of this type, printed material you can find at home?

If you could recycle the monthly newsletters and papers at home, you can earn more than RM50!!

Start to make a change. Make that change.

Recycle and save our lovely home planet, this is our chance to prove ourselves being part of this family.. make it right before it’s too late..

Recycled Performer,
AL

P.S:   Met Kenwooi last night at PJLA, Jaya One. It was great! Nice to meet you! =D

Episode 5 – Scheduled To Be Released Tomorrow (Thursday)

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Posted by AL | Posted on 19-05-2010

Category : DailyUpdates

I’m so sorry folks for such short notice. I’ve attempted to upload the video, Magic Episode 5 whole day, but it seems Streamyx again disappointed me. Had no choice but to make sure it will be uploaded tomorrow at noon, 12pm. Once again, my apology for the inconvenience and thanks for everyone’s support. The video is completed anyway..

With Much Apology,
AL

P.S:   I’m going to PJLA, Jaya One to attend the Caught in the Middle Part IV by PJLA and Dramalab. If you’re going.. see you there tonight!! =)

New Features Added! Same Magician Suffering Back Pain

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Posted by AL | Posted on 18-05-2010

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Thank you Google Adsense team! Yes! Finally got my application approved. Now I can say “bye bye” to several other advertising service providers. It’s Money ($) making with what you’re doing and it actually pays very well. I cash out for my unbelievable expense. Trust me, it’s better with Google Adsense.

And I’ve added the Facebook LIKE button for every post (below the tags). You may, click it now =)

Tomorrow, I will upload the 5th episode of my Magic series on AdrianLeong.com. With the effort of protecting our Mother Earth (Gaia) by reducing wastage and support recycle, I’ve decided to perform a magic which involves outdated magazines that can be found in most homes. The magazines not only serve as our information provider but waste matter without recycling.

Please recycle or sell the outdated magazine to protect our Mother Earth!

I would like to express my gratitude to those are concern about my health condition. NO worries, I’m fine. Only that I’ve been such a workaholic to suffer back pain after extensive hours of sitting on the chair or standing. Lack of sleep too. Will definitely get some rest after this. Thanks for everyone’s concern. Been busy with several projects and magic making stuff.

Oh yes, I’ve got the tickets to the Caught In The Middle Pt IV at PJLA, Jaya One. I would love to meet you guys if you’re going. It’ll be awesome! Of course, will update my blog and video earlier before I leave my house. Haha! So.. see you there alright? =)

See You Tomorrow,
AL

P.S:   I’ve lost weight?????????

Incredible Illusion And Egg Into Glass Bottle Trick

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Posted by AL | Posted on 15-05-2010

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It’s Saturday so I would like to share some interesting videos I found in the social networking site.. alright, Facebook! This is an awesome video of illusion created by Koukichi Sugihara. Why he did that, for the best illusion contest of course. Nah, not magic BUT the illusion won the BEST Illusion of 2010. Worth to find out what it is;

Explanation collected from YouTube. Because it was too scientific for me to explain. Argh..

In this video, wooden balls roll up the slopes just as if they are pulled by a magnet. The behavior of the balls seems impossible, because it is against the gravity. The video is NOT a computer graphic, but a real scene. What is actually happening is that the orientations of the slopes are perceived oppositely, and hence the descending motion is misinterpreted as ascending motion. This illusion is remarkable in that it is generated by a three-dimensional solid object and physical motion, instead of a two-dimensional picture.

For those who are bored on weekend like I am now, you can try doing the following trick. Why you do that, because it’s simply fun! By the way, do it at your own risk. Someone might just stop you from doing it. Probably your mother-in-law or the owner of the egg (with revenge).

In case you didn’t know, the egg’s shell was peeled off. It won’t work with a hard boiled egg with SHELL (not petrol station) still wrapped around . I haven’t try it yet but it’s possible. Simply too busy with my magic stuff that ongoing now.

Quite a number of magic props been made out of trash recently. Will put them on the test to make sure it works great. Guess what, I’ll test them on the field, with random strangers.. =D So much fun! Well, enjoy your weekend! Forget about your manic Monday.

Logged Out,
AL

P.S:   Should I start a contest in this month? Winners will be given a prize of course. Something nice. I promise =)

How To ELIMINATE Your Stage Fright, Without Magic

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Posted by AL | Posted on 14-05-2010

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First of all, I did NOT become a magician in an overnight success. Took me years of practice and learning, to get me standing where I am now. I may able to perform good magic/illusion.. but I had a fear (first year, 2002) of stage fright. It was scary, embarrassing, nervous, heart beats insanely fast!

If you’re a student, professional, manager or someone needs to stand out and speak to thousands of people.. you’re at the right place to eliminate your stage fright. You need to know what are the elements or matters that cause you to have stage fright. The most commons are;

  • Camera shy
  • Afraid of not able to perform well
  • Lost of words
  • Dissatisfied audiences (those who always boooo… at people)
  • May be part of the series of unfortunate events of the day

For those who are camera shy, you should take photos of yourself or with your friends more often. Make sure you do more funny/weird faces along the way, that will helps you to maintain your smile without showing your awkward expression on stage when flashes came. Take a video too – I was a bit shy of posting my videos online but the well received response kept me doing it =D

Practice makes perfect. If you’ve practiced enough, you should be able to pull it through. Trust me! It’s not rocket science and you probably done something even more embarrassing during your elementary school. For bad audiences and chances of losing (eating) your own words, get a piece of paper and write down a few lines of short jokes or punchline. Use them to buy you sometime to think what you’ve missed out earlier =)

Try reverse psychology or NEG the bad audiences. NEG means negative. Example: “Don’t make fun of yourself before me” or “Great, you guys just entertained me, it’s awesome“. There won’t be PART 2 of unfortunate events.. if you think it will come true, it will! The Law Of Attraction! So STOP thinking about it! I hope these few short guidelines can be helpful. It helped me a lot back in the days..

Anyway, I’ve found the last piece of newspaper cut out. The handicapped home which located at Old Town PJ, visited by the Leos/Lions Clubs and I was there to help out. Also to put up a magic show for the folks;

I was holding the bent and twisted stainless steel fork in my left hand

I don’t remember why was I wearing the Christmas hat. It was January.. Weird!!! Enjoy your weekend. If I could help my friend, John to complete his next magic show act, I may demo them for you to next week. It’ll be awesome! =) Till then..

Signed Out,
AL

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