Replica Surfaces: Hyper-realistic Photography Backdrops

A project in Dallas, TX by Mandy Gleason
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Ultra-thin, stain-proof. Designed for food bloggers, sellers, and influencers.
Backers: 250
Average Pledge Per Backer: $123

Funded: $30,800 of $3,000
Dates: Oct 23rd -> Nov 24th (33 days)
Project By: Mandy Gleason
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Latest News

30K Goal Hit!! 5 & 6 designs will be available!

November 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Guys this is big!  We hit our 30k goal and its all because of YOU. Thank you so much for your support in getting Replica Surfaces off the ground! You will now be able to select Weathered Wood and Cement as designs in addition to the original 4!  I... (Read More)

5th Design Winners (yes, winners is plural)

November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
As we head into an amazing Thanksgiving weekend (and the end of the Replica Kickstarter campaign), I think a little update is in order 5th Design Winners + Nearly at Our GoalAnd the winners are...Weathered Wood AND Cement! You guys just could not... (Read More)

Results of the 5th design vote are in!

November 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Results of the 5th design poll are in and it’s a landslide…TIE! Weathered Wood and Gray Plaster are the crowd favorites and are neck and neck. Because TWO designs have gotten so much love, I’ve decided to close the first poll and open a NEW... (Read More)

5th Design vote is OPEN!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
We’re getting close to our 30K stretch goal, which means it’s time for YOU to vote on the 5th design! I know, I know, you’ve done a lot of voting this week. But feel special, because only current Backers like you are getting the vote! I... (Read More)

This might be the perfect business journal...

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
If you’ve been following on Instagram, you know I’m a huge proponent of keeping a business journal! I’m a firm believer that “busy” is not a badge of honor and that the word “priority” should never be converted to “priorities.”... (Read More)

New Blog Feature + Stretch Goal Within Reach!

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Monday! Lots to update you on today. Firstly, Replica was just featured on New York-based food blog Tooo Much Foood as an “aesthetic, glare-free, high quality brand that [blogger Morgan Raum] can actually trust.” Guys, I’m ecstatic! Check... (Read More)

Livestream starts in 5 minutes!

November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Come join me!  (Read More)

Behind the scenes of Replica's first production test run!

November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Happy almost-weekend! I thought you could use a little behind the scenes from the first Replica production test run. Because a girl’s got to make sure production and printing processes are perfect! Hint: they are! Did you catch the rounded corners?... (Read More)

A Kickstarter Project I'm Loving!

October 31st - via: kickstarter.com
I got SO much great feedback about the Pictar Pro update I sent on Monday, so I thought I’d share another Kickstarter project I’m loving! I first heard of Ti22 when they came out with their titanium water bottle, and am so excited they’re back... (Read More)

Kickstarter Livestream - This Thursday!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Kickstarter Livestream is happening! This Thursday at 8 pm CST I’ll be streaming live from my living room, showing off the Surfaces in almost-real life, chatting about why I chose each design, and answering YOUR questions! Starting tonight... (Read More)

DSLR Your Smartphone!

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
One of the (unexpectedly) awesome things about being on Kickstarter is all the incredible projects you stumble upon! This weekend I came across a project that made my jaw hit the floor and I immediately thought of you - it’s called the Pictar Pro... (Read More)

Stretch Goal is Happening!

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Since launching on Tuesday, we've raised nearly $20,000 thanks to your support! So it's time to make a Stretch Goal happen: if we make it to $30,000, a FIFTH design is happening! And every Backer (i.e. YOU) will get to vote on the design! But I can't... (Read More)

Photo Tips Edition 1: Photo Props You Need in your Collection!

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Photo styling is HARD! You may not know this, but before creating my own backdrops I had ZERO photography or styling experience! I learned REALLY quickly that certain versatile props can make it all so much easier. I also learned that props can be... (Read More)

Weekend Update!

October 27th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Bread pudding muffins and a better backdrop!

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
One of my favorite recipe developers and food bloggers, Sarah of Sarah's Dolce Vita, just released her latest recipe: Bread Pudding Muffins!  Click here to make these babies for yourself Not only do you NEED to make these little beauties, Sarah... (Read More)

$15,000 in under 24 hours!

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Early this morning we hit $15,000! I'm straight up shocked and incredibly grateful for your help making Replica THIS MUCH of an early success. We're getting so close to being able to create that fifth design so keep spreading the word, Beautiful!  (Read More)

New blog post from Lemons + Zest features Replica!

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Food blog all-star Lorie of Lemons + Zest just released her latest blog post, and it's got ALL the behind-the-scenes!  Check it here! In it, Lorie shares her favorite styling props (they're my must-haves too) and why she's switching from real wood... (Read More)

We're one of Krysten's Kitchen's affordable photo must-haves!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Self-taught food blogger and recipe goddess Krysten of Krysten's Kitchen just posted a blog post I think every blogger needs to read and re-read!  Click to go straight to it! In it, Krysten dishes about everything she's learned about lighting her... (Read More)

$10,000 Happened!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
I'm losing my mind over the amount of support you've shown Replica this morning! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this. That fifth Surface design is within reach, friends!  (Read More)

Sam's Naturally Sweet + Replica

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
My girl Sam of Sam's Naturally Sweet just posted an amazing blog post all about Replica! In it I may reveal what my first ever company was (Hint: 1993 and name necklaces may have been involved) Click for the blog post! While you're checking that out,... (Read More)

Becks Lives Healthy features Replica!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Friends! Replica (and your girl) were just featured in an interview with Becky LaChance of Becks Lives Healthy!  Click for all the interview goodness! If you haven't met Becky yet, she's my go to resource for everything nutrition, food photography,... (Read More)

WE DID IT!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Guys, we hit our funding goal in under an hour! Which means Replica Surfaces officially exists! I'm absolutely thrilled and incredibly thankful for you support. If we raise enough, I'll get YOU to vote on the design for a fifth Surface you can choose... (Read More)

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