"It is rare that illusionists will share the wealth of knowledge and insight that J C does in this book. For those who wish to use illusions in their work this book is simply invaluable. "Urban Illusions" is a much-needed collection of modern illusions for today's audiences and J C provides an essential new voice in the area of illusion design."
- Franz Harary
"Urban Illusions" is a stunning collection of professional illusion designs from one of the most prolific illusion designers in the world! Besides being one of Asia's most successful illusionists, J C Sum represents a new generation of illusion thinkers.
The book explains 10 cutting edge illusions that are modern in design, building methods and materials. There are no conceptual illusions, ideas or notions detailed in the book; only practical and prototyped illusions that can be built.
J C Sum performs many of the illusions in his live shows and on TV across the world. As "Asia's Most Famous Illusionist" (The Straits Times), J C is known for his cutting edge style and modern urban illusions.
This book details the methods and detailed building plans for some of his most well known illusions such as "Crystal Metamorphosis" and "Revollusion."
"Sum has taken classic illusions and applied his ingenuity and creativity to effectively make them his own...The book goes hand in hand with the "Behind the Illusions" DVD. For those who are looking to get into illusions, I recommend 'Urban Illusions.'"
- Wayne Kawamoto, Magic & Illusion
"The thinking in the book is really nice...The illustrations and few photos will get your brain racing. "
- Christian, MyLovelyAssistant
"Mr. Sum is a successful, working illusionist, so he knows what he's talking about...for the professional illusion worker, there is much here of interest..."
- Matthew Field, The Magic Circular Magazine
About the Author: Based in Singapore, J C Sum is one of the top professional illusionists in Asia and is a world-class designer of original illusions and mega illusions. As an international performer, J C has staged over 3500 shows across Asia Pacific as well as in the Middle East, Europe and the US. Over the years, he has created many original mega illusions and stunts that have established him as one of the most innovative illusionists in the world. His creative stunts include reading 100 minds in 60 minutes, performing the world's first tandem upside down double strait jacket escape and teleporting & vanishing people & cars over great distances. More than 120 million people have seen J C's magic on television with appearances on over 26 programs internationally. J C is widely regarded as one of the most prolific modern illusion designers in the world. He has written numerous best-selling books on illusion designs & presentations and produced various videos on illusions for the magic community that have been sold in over 70 countries. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed "The Showbiz Master Plan" that details a blueprint to a successful live entertainment career. J C produces content and a podcast for the Backstage Business Academy, a site that explores making money with your creative passion and being happy. Besides magic, J C enjoys reading, watching movies, playing pool, cooking and customizing "Transformers" toys. For more info, visit: www.jcsum.com
