Carnegie Now Taking Commissions for Artwork in May

 

I don't do this often, but I am now accepting commissions for artwork this month. If you are interested in having a painting created of your favorite magician or perhaps yourself, then contact me. This is for my abstract portrait design only. There are various canvas sizes and styles to choose from. 

I have been commissioned in the past to do special works. I've done Cardini, Denny Haney of Denny and Lee Magic Studio, Ricky Jay, and others. Besides those, there are 70 or so others, many in private collections. Some were recently released as limited edition prints. 

For this commission, you are getting a hand painted canvas, there is NO Ai involved. This is old school artwork that you can proudly hang on your wall. Once you contact me and we agree on moving forward, there is a 50% non refundable deposit required. The remainder, plus shipping is due upon completion. Splitting the cost seems to help those who are a bit budget oriented. 

This is a first come first serve basis. I have very limited availability this month, so if you want a painting, please contact me ASAP.  You can reach me at info@Carnegiemagic.com and put the world ART or ARTWORK in the subject heading. 

David Copperfield : The End of An Era - Hardly

 

David Copperfield has finished his run at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. A 25 year run came to a close on April 29th, 2026. When he made his announcement several weeks ago, he also announced the final few weeks would be jammed with performances. One had to be cancelled due to technical difficulties. But beyond that it was a grueling schedule and...wait, it was the type of schedule that David and his crew have done his entire career.

From what I have heard, they actually added two new routines during this last bunch of shows. So, as I have said before, if you think David Copperfield is done or retiring, you've got another thing coming. I recent interview with Chris Kenner on The Magicians' Podcast Network,  revealed that David has had multiple offers for other things. Could it be a new tour? A new show in Vegas? A new show somewhere else? A show in some other country? I'd say all the above are possible. And rest assured you'll hear something fairly soon.

A friend of mine asked me if he thought this was it for David, as in retirement. I laughed. The guy has been doing 500+ shows his entire career. He isn't about to stop now. He will go out when people stop coming to his show, or when he drops dead. And apparently the shows have been selling out, so no worries there. 

The moment I hear anything about his next move, I will put it here on the Magic Detective Blog.

Great CBS Masters of Magic, Clips from the CBS Morning Show on Magic

 

(CBS Morning Show)

I just came across this very cool piece on Youtube from the CBS Morning Show. This is a wonderful piece of magic history. Everything on here from Bubble Magic, to Shin Lim, Jason Bishop and David Copperfield and more. It's worth the watch.

It's nearly 1 hour long. The clips are from over many years. For example, the piece on David Copperfield was shot back in 2023.  Check it out below.