The Colluders
Meet the team behind Collusion, the newest release from Mechanic Industries. A game changing coin and ring magic set the melds these two genres of magic together like never before.
Jimmy K
Chief Mechanic
The award winning designer & artist behind Mechanic. Jimmy brings a lifetimes experience as creative director for some of the world’s leading digital agencies and brands. “There is no box” type of thinking, a serious heavy hitter in anything he turns his hand to. Driven purely by the love of creating, it’s all about the journey for Jimmy. Along the way he’s discovered brand new props, devious techniques and amazing moments that contribute to the art of magic.
A true innovator and creative problem solver. If it looks like it can’t be done, you can bet he’ll find a way.
Follow Jimmy on Instagram: @mechanicindustries
Luiz Castro
Lead Metal Worker
A multi faceted, award winning performer, Luiz excels in both stage and close-up magic. His early inspiration came from Curtis Kam and he further honed his skills under the tutelage of master magician Romaine, who has been both a mentor and an extraordinary friend.
After many years helping behind the counter at Morrissey Magic, Luiz went on to consult for many performers in the industry. His vast knowledge of the history of magic has been a valuable asset in the creation of routines for both himself and others.
Follow Luiz on Instagram: @Luizcastro_magic
John Roldan
NEW guest contributor
John has been performing magic and mentalism for fifteen years; he has been a student for much longer. John is a student of Kenton Knepper, Eugene Burger, Juan Tamariz and others. Through their collective works, he is convinced magic, of all kinds, can bring about deep and meaningful connection.
John is currently performing excerpts from his magic and mentalism stage show called, “Subject 88” across Toronto stages and theatres.
Follow John on Instagram: @john.elmago
Brendan Rodrigues
Long time friend and contributor
In just 5 years as a professional magician, he has stunned not only those he entertains at corporate and other functions, but those in the magic trade as they awarded him “Close Up Magician Of The Year 2016” at the prestigious Magic Circle in London.
He was asked in 2015 to put his techniques into an instructional DVD as so many were demanding to see how he does what he does. He lives and breathes magic, magic is not Brendan’s job, it is his passion.
Brendan works mainly at corporate functions, at exhibitions and on television, often in a promotional role as he has extraordinary ways of demonstrating products like mobile phones, watches, and jewellery.
Follow Brendan on Instagram: @brendan.magic
Learn how to roll a ring and coin just like Brendan
Ring Roll Tutorial
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