Shadi and Matt’s Microwedding in Bar Harbor, Maine

Say hello to Shadi and Matt. They traveled from Boston to get married at a private residence in Trenton, Maine overlooking the Mount Desert Narrows. One of their earliest trips together was to Maine, and they wanted to not only remember that moment but also take advantage of Maine’s natural beauty. Their immediate family shared in their day, with Matt’s father presiding over a heartfelt ceremony.

We always enjoy photographing intimate weddings. They are a great way for couples to celebrate with their closest family and friends in a relaxed atmosphere, without all the hubbub and stress of a traditional wedding day. Of course, we love photographing large weddings, too, and they have their own charm. But small weddings are so cozy and sincere. It’s nice to photograph a mixture of both throughout a wedding season, and we were so glad when Shadi and Matt asked us to be a part of their day.

Shadi and Matt knew from the get-go that they wanted to spend their day with family, not coordinating an event. So, they brought in expert help from A Family Affair of Maine to plan and pull off their wedding. Whether you’re planning a big wedding or something on the smaller side, it’s always nice to have an expert by your side helping you plan and design a day that matches your vision. The team at A Family Affair of Maine did such a nice job helping Shadi and Matt plan from afar, and the space was thoughtfully and beautifully appointed with little details throughout.

After the ceremony, we traveled with Shadi and Matt to Acadia National Park for pictures, specifically the cliffs along the Ocean Path Trail. The two of them were so cute together, and we had a lot of fun taking pictures along the rocky coastline. The day was a little chilly for August, but Matt did a great job keeping Shadi warm.

Shadi and Matt finished their day with a dinner party back in Trenton. Fat Kid Culinary Productions prepared a fantastic, multi-course meal for the happy couple and their family, and everyone had a great time long into the night.

We really enjoyed our time photographing Shadi and Matt’s wedding in and around Mount Desert Island, and we wish them much happiness in the future. Below are some of our favorite pictures from throughout the day. Until next time!

wedding vendors

Photographer: Lexi & Matt Photography
Planner: A Family Affair of Maine
Videographer: VMG Productionst
Makeup: Jeremy Stone Artistry
Florist: Salt Farm Flowers
Cake: Bear Brook Bakery
Caterer: Fat Kid Culinary Productions
Venue: Private residence in Trenton, Maine and Acadia National Park
Officiant: Father of the groom

Setup of a yellow and green themed outdoor table setting for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Closeup of a yellow and green themed place setting for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Closeup of a yellow and green themed menu for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Closeup of a yellow and green themed place card for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Closeup of a colorful floral centerpiece for a outdoor table setting for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A wedding flat lay with a yellow and green theme for a small wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A closeup of pearl earrings sitting on a rock with moss.
A closeup of plain white gold wedding ring with diamond wedding band and matching engagement ring sitting on orange flowers.
A closeup of Jimmy Choo ivory pearl high heel wedding shoes sitting on a rock.
A ivory tea length wedding dress with veil hangs from stairs in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride gets fake lashes put on as she gets ready for a wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride gets her makeup done while a bridesmaid watches in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride gets her hair done by her mom as she gets ready for a in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bridesmaid helps a bride zip up her dress as she gets ready for a in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bridesmaid helps a bride put on her heels as she gets ready for a in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A mom fixes a bride's hair as she gets ready for a in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom ties his shoes as he gets ready for a wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A dad helps a groom put on his jacket as he gets ready for a wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A dad helps a groom put on a boutonniere as he gets ready for a wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride walks down the aisle with a mom during a wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom cries as a bride reads her vows during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom stand in front of Frenchmen's Bay during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom reads his vows during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom laugh as they stand in front of Frenchmen's Bay during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A newly married couple kiss in front of Frenchmen's Bay during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A newly married couple walk down the aisle during a small wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom walk arm and arm as they exit their wedding ceremony at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom open a champagne bottle as a bride smiles during a small wedding reception at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom opens a champagne bottle during a small wedding reception at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom toast with wedding guests during a small reception at a private residence in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom smile and pose during wedding portraits in front of Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A newly married couple kiss during wedding portraits in front of Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom kisses a bride on the head during wedding portraits in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom stand holding hands on a cliff overlooking the ocean in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom kisses a smiling bride on the cheek while they stand on a cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom smile as they snuggle together during wedding portraits in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Newlyweds share a kiss for the camera on the cliffs near Otter Point along the Ocean Path in Acadia National Park, Maine.
A bride and groom kiss while standing on Acadia National Park's rocky coastline during wedding portraits in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Newly married couple walk along Acadia National Park's rocky coastline during wedding portraits near Otter Cliff in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A newly married couple snuggle together in front of Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park during wedding portraits in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride and groom smile at each other during wedding portraits in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A groom wearing a green suit jacket sits on a rock while posing for portraits near Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park Maine.
A groom wearing a green suit jacket smiles and poses for portraits at Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride holding a bouquets smiles and poses for portraits near Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride stands on a cliff near Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park as she poses for portraits in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride plays with her veil during bridal portraits near Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
A bride smiles and poses for portraits near Otter Cliff in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine.

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