--- title: "Behind the Scenes: My Creative Magic Process | Illusionist Sanjay" description: "Explore the creative process of illusionist Sanjay. See behind-the-scenes card magic and mentalism projects. Hire an expert for live, interactive shows." canonical: https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/the-magician-s-workshop last_updated: 2025-09-05 --- # Behind the Scenes of My Magic Tribe Verified · 75+ live interactive shows across India By [Sanjay](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay) · Live interactive shows via Zoom/Meet · ₹0 per show (estimate) Part of [Virtual Magic Shows](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/gallery) Magic isn't just about the final show. It is about years of practice, thousands of failures, and finding that perfect संतुलन (santulan)—or balance. Here is a look at the experiments currently occupying my workbench. ## Photos and videos - [Video: 'Santulan' with matches is still a work in progress. In terms of pure execution, it's one of the most challenging things I've ever created, requiring immense patience and a steady hand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b1be05f-2350-4f8a-9b40-d9326281ca36) - [Video: The 'Dye' effect is the result of five years of constant evolution. This caption shares the journey of taking an idea for a slow, visual card change and finally getting it to a place I'm happy with.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d26c424b-a708-47c2-93a6-d11da96fc5d8) - [Video: This card-splitting illusion, 'Moses', is still being refined. Sharing a work in progress like this shows the inspiration and creative process behind the final, polished performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b760e9a-6a73-4bc4-9559-6b74db2f3349) ## About The Magician's Workshop You might see a card transformation happen in a split second, but for me, that specific effect took five years of development. When I work on a new piece like 'Dye', I spend thousands of hours refining the sleight of hand so that when I finally perform it, the technique is invisible to you. It is about more than just a trick; it is about making the impossible feel real in your hands. ### The Art of 'Santulan' My process is rarely straightforward. Whether I am bending a matchstick or performing high-dexterity cardistry, I look for the right balance between the mechanics of the illusion and the story it tells. Sharing these works-in-progress is my way of letting you inside the 'lab' where the magic happens. ### Why I Share 'Works in Progress' Most people only see the polished final product, but the hours of failure are where the real learning happens. By showing you the raw version of an effect like 'Moses' or my matchstick balancing experiments, I want to show that magic is a craft built on persistence, not just hidden buttons or camera tricks. I hate camera tricks, and I want you to know that what you see here is pure, organic skill developed over years. ### What to Expect When you hire me for a live show or a virtual event, you aren't just getting a set of pre-rehearsed moves. You are getting an experience built on: * **Real Sleight of Hand:** Nothing is faked with video editing or CGI. Everything is done live, often with objects you recognize like rings, pens, or a deck of cards. * **Interactive Engagement:** I want you to make choices that influence the outcome. If you are joining me on a Zoom call or sitting in the front row of a stage show, you are part of the magic. * **Mentalism and Storytelling:** I mix psychological games with visual illusions to ensure that the show isn't just baffling—it is memorable and fun. If you are looking for an entertainer who brings a genuine, grounded touch to your event, let’s talk. ## About Sanjay I'm Sanjay. I don't just perform tricks; I obsess over how they work. This collection is a look into my lab where I experiment with mentalism and cardistry, turning raw ideas into experiences that make you wonder. [See all of Sanjay's services](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay) ## More from Virtual Magic Shows by Sanjay - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/featured) - [Your Front-Row Seat to Wonder](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/your-front-row-seat-to-wonder) - [Masterful Card Illusions](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/masterful-card-illusions) - [Magic in Your Hands](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/magic-in-your-hands) - [The Art of Illusion](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/virtual-magic-shows/the-art-of-illusion) ## More services by Sanjay - [Magic Workshops & Education](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/magic-workshops-education) - [Live Magic & Mentalism Shows](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/live-magic-mentalism-shows) - [Magic & Illusion Consulting](https://mytribe.in/illusionistsanjay/magic-illusion-consulting) ## Similar work from other experts - [Behind the Scenes of My Magic Experiments](https://mytribe.in/case_aberration/live-music-magic-entertainment/additional-work) by Kalyan Sabareeshan · Live Music & Magic Entertainment · Travels to your venue across India - [Behind the Magic: The Art of Wonder](https://mytribe.in/chiragjethwaneymagic/luxury-private-party-entertainment/behind-the-magic) by Chirag Jethwaney · Luxury & Private Party Entertainment · Travels pan-India and across the UAE for events - [Behind the Magic: My Journey as a Magician](https://mytribe.in/vivek_magic/close-up-strolling-magic/behind-the-magic) by Vivek Ranjit · Close-Up & Strolling Magic · Travels across India for private events and parties - [Behind the Magic: My Journey as a Mentalist](https://mytribe.in/devansh.kamlani/magic-mentalism-entertainment/my-journey-behind-the-magic) by Devansh Kamlani · Magic & Mentalism Entertainment · Performs at events across Bengaluru - [Behind the Scenes: My Life as a Magician on the Road](https://mytribe.in/nikhilrajmagician/corporate-speaking-training/on-the-road-behind-the-scenes) by Nikhil Raj · Corporate Speaking & Training · Based in Bengaluru; Conducts sessions across India - [Behind the Paranormal Illusion](https://mytribe.in/akshaysinghmagic/campus-mentalism-motivational-magic/behind-the-persona-in-the-news) by Akshay Singh · Campus Mentalism & Motivational Magic · Travels across India for campus fests and school events ## Guides - [Magicians](https://mytribe.in/guides/magicians-in-bengaluru): Which kind of show suits your crowd, what it costs, a show at home, and checking a magician first. ₹5,500 to ₹10,000 for a 45-minute kids' show. ## Book To book Sanjay, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Virtual%20Magic%20Shows%20by%20Sanjay.) 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