In most, yes. Magic is enforcement of your will on the fabric of creation.

[ A slight shrug. ]

For me, it is that and computations. Occasionally, additional power is needed for a ritual, but I think that is not what you will require. Thankfully. Such rituals are unkind to those who are not used to them.

[ You know. Human Sacrifice and all. ]

Patterns help one with moving energy in the direction it needs. With time, this becomes routine, and you can focus your attention on intention, and on the power for your will to be made manifest.