Magic is most
powerful at night
Magic is most
powerful at night
powerful at night
a book that's lit from within
A Journey into the light and dark of Magic: Exploring Mystery, Artistry, and Impossibility
Studio52 has worked incredibly hard to bring you Geoffrey Cheminot's first book in English, Clair Obscur.
Real-world material intentionally designed to astonish without any need for expensive gimmicks or complicated setups, pushing the boundaries of what modern magic can achieve. Each effect captures Geoffrey’s unique blend of artistry, technique, and psychology.
“This material is first class—deceptive, beautiful, and destined to inspire magicians for years to come."
- Ben Earl
7 effects and 1 essay
what you'll discover:
- Paradox: A surreal reimagining of the card-to-pocket plot, where time and space no longer play by the rules. This routine creates a thrilling conflict between what participants see, feel, and believe.
- Ghost: Pay tribute to magic’s past with a routine that connects your audience to John Scarne through an astonishing display of control and a touch of the supernatural. With nothing but a shuffled deck, participants locate the four Aces themselves.
- A Switching Lesson: An interactive routine where your audience “learns” sleight of hand, only to discover magic transcends technique. This routine culminates in a stunning revelation that happens in their own hands.
- Tempus: A time-traveling journey with a single coin that rewrites the rules. This narrative routine merges mystery and impossibility as time itself unravels.
- The Invisible Transposition: A masterclass in clarity and structure, where two cards invisibly switch places in the most impossible way. The routine’s precision ensures your audience will never look at cards—or you—the same way again.
- Synesthesia: A torn-and-restored card routine that questions the very nature of perception, a restoration that you can hear! This effect blends sight, sound, and touch into a deeply artful moment.
- Spiral: The hit routine that introduced Geoffrey Cheminot to the magic world, now in its definitive form. This torn-and-restored card effect combines flawless handling with unmatched psychological depth, with additional bonus touches.
- The Triangle: A framework for creating powerful magic, this essay teaches you how to craft routines that resonate deeply with your participants. Geoffrey’s model is the foundation for every routine in this book.
why this book?
Timeless Insight
With thoughtful essays and behind-the-scenes perspectives, Clair Obscur is as much about understanding magic as performing it.
Exclusive First Edition
The initial print run is limited—secure your copy before it’s gone. This is genuinely one of the most beautifully produced magic books ever made.
More than spiral
If Spiral was worth £20 as a single effect, Clair Obscur offers six equally stunning routines for an unbeatable value.
“Geoffrey’s routines are a revelation. His artistry and thoughtfulness remind us why we fell in love with magic in the first place.”
- Nic Tarasewicz
Who It's For
This book is for anyone passionate about magic—from those refining their close-up repertoire to performers seeking deeper meaning in their craft. Geoffrey’s work is accessible yet profound, making Clair Obscur a valuable addition to any magician’s library.
The first print run of Clair Obscur is limited. Preorder your copy today and join the growing number of magicians discovering Geoffrey Cheminot’s stunning work.
