Curious what wonders await you in the Museum? From the submission received so far the treasures abound, and more are on their way.

Basilic's opening paragraphs is one of the best hooks I've seen in a long time, and the method he shares is the definition of beauty in simplicity.
When we talk about museum's and curators, there is no one that equals Chelman, and his two submissions to the Bizarre Collective will both leave you envious.
Truth is stranger than fiction as David Eichler shares his intriguing story with us.
Fienning real life adventures became the inspiration for his delightful routine.
Once again John Gilmore touches our hearts with another emotionally moving routine.
Janoskie, brings home a routine that shows us how a simple coin toss can have grave consequences in the real work.
Deep thoughts from one of our most creative crafters of creativity, Joshua Johnson.
Jim Kleefeld brings us not one, but two of his masterly crafted stories of the macabre.
Tony Miller brings us a clever ungimicked book test from down under.
Rob Orander creativity takes us on a story with a delightfully unexpected twist.
Mike Peckham creates some enriching alchemy for us.
Rolando Santos piece brings back memories of Ed Solomon and a very special never before published routine that he and Ed created.
Dave Tryzenski shares with us one of his most beautiful creations.
Terry Tyson takes us back to his childhood and a foolish exchange that he never regretted.
Curious what boxes don't like? Peter Wood has a box that is a very picky eater.
and more to come.

Getting into this Museum is not easy. Getting out is even harder.

We did it!

You guys are amazing! Issue two of the Bizarre Collective, "The Museum", is even bigger and better than the first. So glad to see the popularity of this creative playground growing. Over one hundred and thirty printed pages containing twenty seven brilliantly creative pieces, from a growing group of passionate and committed participants in these fun projects.

Contributors to the "Museum" edition include:
F. Cantin
C. Chelman
B. Clayton
D. Eichler
B. Fienning
J. Gilmore
J. Goldberg
J. Hornak
D. Janoskie
J. Johnson
J. Kleefeld
L. Meneses
T. Miller
R. Mills
A. Oakden
R. Orander
M. Peckham
L. Quadackers
R. Santos
D. Tryzenski
T. Tyson
C. Walton
P. Wood
D. Yoder

"The Museum edition of the Bizarre Collective is really coming together!

We're making great progress in weaving all the brilliantly creative submissions into one stunning PDF. The header artwork for each piece is all set, and David Eichler is about halfway through a careful proofing. Next up, we'll decide the final layout order and sprinkle in some charming filler art. And then... it's time to start brainstorming ideas for the third edition of the Bizarre Collective! Thinking of setting the deadline for the third and next edition for September 30, 2024, gives us all a well-deserved break and plenty of time to ponder new creative avenues to explore. Assuming you guys have been enjoying these creative exercises and want to keep going.

The Museum Update

Work on The Museum is coming together
Twenty-five creatively crafty conjurers,
Twenty-nine splendidly spun submissions,
One hundred forty eight pages of beautiful brilliances.

Layout, header artwork, and proofing is complete. Final artwork and review under way, and then...... We fill our hearts with pride as the completed PDF lands back in the hands of every one of you who took part in the March challenge, and who made this happen through your own passion in this shared creative experience. Talk about Magic!

Expected delivery to your email by the end of May, if not sooner. Then brew yourself a nice cup of tea and enjoy page after page as you lose yourself in a museum of human creativity at its best!

What comes after? We do it again, with a new theme!

Look at September 30, 2024, as the deadline for the third edition, which will give us all a well-deserved break and extra time to dream new and tantalizing ideas to tease our fellow conjurers with. Further theme details coming soon.

Warm Regards,
Bob
Cultivator of Contagious Creativity



P.S. below is a teaser of all the treasures you will discover in the Museum's Collection:
*Fred's opening paragraph is one of the best hooks I have seen in a long time, and the method he shares is beautiful in its simplicity.
*When we talk about museums and curators, there is no one who equals Chelman, and his submissions to the Bizarre Collective will leave you envious.
*The only way you will want to experience the old Baltimore Children's Museum is to visit it yourself. If you are good, that is...
*Truth is stranger than fiction as David Eichler shares with us.
*Fienning's real life adventures became the inspiration for his routine.
*Once again John Gilmore touches our hearts with an emotionally moving routine.
*Prepare to get charged, as Jason Goldberg reveals, in a very magical way, the sparks of rivalry between Edison and Telsa. Plus, practical advice on performing museum theater.
*Janoskie brings us a routine that shows us how a simple coin toss can have grave consequences.
*Deep thoughts from one of our most creative crafters of creativity, Joshua Johnson.
*Jim Kleefeld brings us not one, but two of his masterly crafted stories of the macabre.
*Linda Meses never fails to spin a classic with new life, which you cannot help to be enthralled with.
*Tony Miller brings us an ungimmicked book test from down under that is beautiful in its simplicity.
*With Bob Mills' help the magic of creativity appears before our eyes, or so we think...
*Alexander Thorn, for the first time ever, shares with us what spirits want more than anything.
*Andrew Oakden takes us down the path of a curious curator who unravels a touching mystery from the past.
* Rob Orander offers a story with an unexpected surprise.
* Mike Peckham creates some enriching alchemy for us.
* Prepare yourself for a bizarre brain breaker from Luc.
* Rolando Santos shares a most engaging routine he developed with the great Ed Solomon many years ago.
* Dave Tryzenski shares one of his most beautiful creations.
* Terry Tyson takes us back to childhood memories and a foolish exchange that was never regretted.
* Chris Walton's collection of museum chalices include an unexpected surprise.
* Curious what boxes don't like? Peter Wood knows, and you might be surprised.
* In the words of Doc Yoder, you never can tell what you will find when you volunteer at a Historical Society.
* Long-buried secrets of the past collide in Jerry Hornak's captivating tale.

It's done. We did it again!

A big thank you to everyone here who participated in this project and hope you find inspiration in the vast collections contained within the pages "The Museum."

What an incredible collection!

Like a K-Tel listing of the great Bizarre Minds! So proud to be a part of this August (or more appropriately - October) group!

A plethora of great tales, tips, advice, and information. Reading it has been the highlight of my weekend.

I've sent a copy off to be printed and bound so I can put my feet up and read. I still love having my name appear in compendiums with other magicians. That little thrill of seeing my name alongside great performers. This looks to have some great contributions. Looking forward to having the time after Doomsday to sit back and enjoy.

Arrived today. A little sneak at the contents. A great list of contributions. Had a flick through. I'm looking forward to giving it a proper read.