Isolation (illusion)

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In contact juggling and other types of object manipulation, an isolation is an illusion whereby a prop appears to float in space, with the performer's hands and body moving around it. In reality, of course, the performer is supporting the prop, and countering his or her movement relative to the prop. Micheal Moschen is originally credited for developing several of the techniques for ball isolations (as well as hoops and other props) and since his original performance of 'Light' in the late 80s, the idea has developed into a wide variety of techniques. One of the most important developments was the combination of crystal ball isolations and body-popping/waving dance styles, credited to Nika and Matt Hennem in the 90's.

Effective isolations are one of the most important things to learn for a beginner contact juggler.