Inspiration on Devon Magician Kristien Harris

Speckled Wood

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:37:42 +0100

Identifying something makes you present. When you notice what you’re looking at you can begin to notice things which you never thought existed. It’s kind of magical. Magic sort of flips that on it’s head one minute you’re looking at something the next minute it’s gone. Just like this Speckled Wood. I’ve seen these soo many times before but until now never knew what one was.

Playing Cards on Grass

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:34:11 +0100

Whoopsadaisy there we go again. I find myself dusty handed and spitting feathers over a brand new pack of cards I just dropped in the muddy woodland or in the grass by the sheep s#1t.

Cinnabar Moth

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:31:33 +0100

On seing this I thought it was a butterfly. It’s first trick. The second grand illusion it pulled was perfectly mimicking the colour of the stalks behind it which meant I didn’t really notice it at first.

The House That Jack Built

Sat, 31 May 2025 07:05:10 +0100

I stopped by to see Mal at his charming shop Top Secret Magic. I have walked through that door many times but not noticed the hand painted sign for the building. I felt like Jack walking into his house after he met the giant.

The Oldest Magic Shop In Germany

Thu, 29 May 2025 05:31:00 +0000

I’m always excited when I get a postcard from Matt. The last one was from Timbuktu. Matt and his better half took their baby inter railing and went to the oldest magic shop in the Germany.

Butterflies

Tue, 27 May 2025 20:19:00 +0000

I’ve had a pre-occupation with butterflies of late. In fact it began a long time ago when I designed myself a monogram combining my initials into a symbol that resembled a butterfly. That was when I was around fifteen or sixteen.

Chester Le Street

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:18:00 +0100

The inscription on the inside of a case that I bought has the previous owners name and address. The name wasn’t something that I was particularly interested in but the road name could be a great street performers name.

Von Trap

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 15:49:20 +0100

For the first time in nearly a year I did street shows with one of the best of friends and people. The inimitable Matt von Trap.

Mazzi

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:22:55 +0100

This is my mum. She is and will always be the most important influence and supporter of everything I have done, do and will do. Here are some of the great qualities she’s shown me.

The Attic

Fri, 19 May 2023 09:12:38 +0100

The attic. It wasn’t always a room but now it’s a place where I write, create and make magic. It’s also the home office, library and gadget room.

The Pink Fairies

Wed, 17 May 2023 09:30:49 +0100

Someone thinks of a colour. I divine the colour while reciting this poem by Cicely Mary Barker and cutting a flower from tissue paper. The poem was written in 1944 and it perfectly fits this performance.

Answers for all

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

I made an 8Ball! I’ve personally had a go on one of these toys and it always gives me hope that I get the answer I want. If you don’t it’s difficult not to resist the urge to shake it again and get another.

Follow the omens

Sat, 04 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Learn to recognize omens, and follow them

Paulo Coehlo–The Alchemist

Bold words need special character. The visual nature of words is something we don’t consider as magicians but graphic designers do all the time.

Monday's Child

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Is a fortune telling song made popular as a nursery ryhme. It’s meant to tell the personality or future of the child, while teaching them the days of the week.

Tinker Tailor

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A fortune telling song which I will use to pick spectators. Here’s an idea. Someone is hiding a black marble. The rest are hiding a clear marble. A spectator is asked to chose someone from the audience. We use the ryhme to find the one who holds the black marble.

Performers not props

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000

So many slick looking suited and booted magicians parade the magic market.

Anyone can buy a trick these days. Go on google magic trick shops and you’ll find them. Tons of effects, prepacked and available for all.

Hidden in plain sight

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000

You wouldn’t believe what you can find if only you look. Are you looking for a life changing experience? I wasn’t but I had one and I think you could to if you choose to see what’s hidden in plain sight.

Something borrowed continued

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

I was a wedding magician yesterday at East Sour Farm in Devon. Have a look at the page if you’re looking for a venue.

Yesterday I saw how far I’ve come as an entertaining performer. By no means is my journey complete but I’m proud having done a good job yesterday. This is an honest account not arrogant self assurance. The wedding at East Sour yesterday was a table gig. Sadly at weddings people don’t like to book a magician for a cabaret or floor show. This means that the first table you work has to be good. If for whatever reason the first table doesn’t react well the rest of the room is dubious and it can be difficult to build atmosphere.

Enchanting Barns in Devon

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

You get to see some beautiful places when you perform at events. This wedding was no exception.

I looked at the venue on Google maps but you really don’t get the full feeling until you’re there. The map is flat and despite any attempt to make it 3d you won’t know till you visit. Unfortunately you might visit on a bad day and the weather may be foul but his weekend it wasn’t. The weather was stunning.

Something borrowed

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The poem

Something old,
something new,
something borrowed,
something blue,
and a sixpence in her shoe.

What is this superstitious rambling? It looks like something about the success of a marriage based on folklore. Or is it more than that? It’s up to you to decide. Here are some thoughts that I hope to use in my wedding performances.

Favourite song

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

I love music. A song can encapsulate a moment and make you feel it again. That song is and can be real time travel to a moment you felt that feeling. A song might unlock a memory. Remind you of something amazing. But What does that have to do with magic?

A hero with 52 faces

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

A hero with 52 faces is someone on a journey with 52 cards and curiosity of the impossible. Exploring the mysteries of the world to find the truth amongst them. It’s the Hero’s journey. A short time when no one knows what fates befall them. What secrets reveal themselves or don’t.

Teaching Magic

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Teaching magic can make you a better magician. I’ll put that out there.

I’ve taught a couple of people magic formally. A few informally. Firstly this is rare. Very rare. I never teach, show or allude to how magic is made.

Tell the best stories

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins

Annette Simmons

I’ve forever been fascinated with captivating talks, speakers and folk who just have something that charms you.

10 reasons to watch magic

Fri, 18 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Some good and bad reasons to be still and enjoy magic at any time.

You might laugh and laughing makes you live longer. That’s science.
You might learn something about yourself.
You might learn something about someone else.
You might have to get your wallet back.
I heard a magician once gave away a £50 note or was it stolen? I can never remember 😉
Magicians sometimes tell stories. Not lies!
A story might change your life.
To get out of the awkward scenario of having all your family at a dinner table.
Did I say you might enjoy it?
To avoid humiliating yourself dancing?

Hello World

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000

I hope you enjoy my new website. Here is a qoute to get the ball rolling…