How I built The Magician. Part 1 - making the prototype.

In this series of videos I’m going to share with you my process of building the magician, from prototype to making 30 of these automata.
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[@blinkstudio]

This is done to a noticeably higher standard that many of the automata by experienced makers producing machines of a similar style and complexity. The precision of the tapping wand and the subtlety of the movement of the lifting arm are really nice. And look at the smooth edges and polish on that brass! Tidy.

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Thank you for your lovely comments!

[@amosmoses139]

Some may say the use of machinery takes away from the artistry of the build, but I guarantee Michelangelo would have used air hammers on his sculptures if they had been invented back then. The artistry and skill of the build lies in the mind of the maker, a gift from The Maker!

[@amosmoses139]

I love how you minimize the appearance of the wires/rods ect. On the top parts. The engineering and math is beyond me.

[@clarewillison9379]

Like all magic tricks the most interesting part is finding out how it’s done! Beautiful work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@towardstheluz]

Simply magical, thank you Oliver for sharing. I look forward to seeing more of your sculptured automata. Regards Pepin

[@kenmitchell3784]

The Magician so glad you are showing your masterpiece as it has always been my favorite, looking forward to part two

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Thanks Ken, I always felt guilty for not finishing the last Magician videos.

[@JamesCoffeeStudios]

Hi Oliver. You have created another excellent video...many thanks. Your videos are very important to the automata community. The time and energy that you invest in creating these videos is very much appreciated. Cheers -Jim Coffee-

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Your welcome Jim, It’s a lot of work. I seem to live and breath automata at the moment. However, it’s all done for the passion!

[@olabandola9577]

Thank you for the video, and the previous ones. They are very informative.

[@maxxron]

The only thing I would consider changing is to have four completely different objects appear under the lid instead of just a rabbit or it being empty.

[@TheVineyardFarmhouse]

Really enjoyed part one. Such attention to detail. I look forward to seeing part two.

[@coreyroberson4550]

Awesome video. I'm just getting into automata, so it was really helpful to see a more detailed breakdown of the process. Thank you.

[@billbaggins9961]

I really enjoyed your project. Thank you for sharing the process involved

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Your very welcome Bill

[@Ykmikey]

Brilliant video, thank you Oliver

[@chiparooo]

Really enjoyed watching your process on this! Beautiful work and great use of all the tools and technology available to a maker today. Looking forward to the next video. Thanks for sharing!

[@donjohnson6256]

Well done! Thank you for sharing!

[@AndyCPugh]

I very much enjoyed watching this!

[@Penessence]

You are a true artist.

[@JoaoLopes-hj8fc]

Awesome, thank you so much for sharing

[@brunotardat4286]

So very nice, where is part two? Please 🙂

[@123xqp]

Fascinating!

[@manojsn6079]

Amazing 😊

[@TheFutureLooksGrimm]

Looks like this edition is completely sold out. I’ll be on the lookout for another edition, possibly a variant edition or kit? The magician automata has always been one of my favorites, and your version is the tops!

[@stefanosalmi5470]

Hi Oliver, forgive my low experience in cams systems, anyhow what I would like to know is the way on which you synchronize all movements: do you draw a phase diagram? Your talent is really amazing! Thanks Please, if you find the necessary time answer my question! 😊 Have a nice work

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Hi, I don’t use phase diagrams. I usually take a well-thought-out guess. Then I will experiment with those timings on the prototype and adjust them accordingly.

[@MrDaviddesouza]

Amazing.

[@DeanCArnold]

Just wanted to say how much I like my Magician. My wife purchased it for me for Christmas. What a great surprise! I do have others in my collection including from Pierre Mayer but this is one of the best! Any plans for doing Part 2 of How I built The Magician?

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Thank you so much, and I'm glad you like your Magician. I had every intention of making the second part of this video. Unfortunately, I had to abandon the filming as it was taking too much of my time, and I was falling behind building the 30 Magicians.

[@studiosandi]

I can already tell I'll be watching this video a multiple times😂

[@mabi3098]

Looks simple when you know nothing about automatons. B,ut it is really impressive when you understand howvit works. Congratulations

[@user-vk4yy7jx4n]

fabuloso

[@JoeGator23]

I've never seen this trick done in with two rabbits... you've fooled everyone.

[@alenk7027]

I think id easily spend weeks studying about automata and how to make them, do you have any online sources where i coud research about that amazing form of art?

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Hi, here are two links that could get you started. cabaret.co.uk/ automatamagazine.com/

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

Well it seems all you need to make this is a machine shop and cnc!

[@funkitala]

What do I need to study to learn to design automata?

[@Fleetwoodphil1]

Just wondering, if you had considered selling your creations in kit form?

[@mechanicalOlly1977]

Yes, I have considered selling in kit form. Maybe a future project!

[@arshaviester-ly4jx]

Please teach How it is built،In simple language.In a simple way.I wish it were possible.😢

[@mr.george5370]

Jesus. building the Burj Khalifa is easier than making the Magician.

[@likeakite]

Brilliant

[@petermizuro8726]

This is awsome. I love the mix of art and engineering that goes into these models. Your courage to make it into a buisness as well. You have a similar story to @jbvcreative