For the past decade, international award-winning pho-dog-rapher and dog travel adventurer, Kerry Martin, has been capturing magical moments in her iconic Snow Dogs Photography Experience, set in the rare dog-friendly alpine village of Dinner Plain.
“The truth is that most dogs love the snow,” Kerry said.
“It’s a playground like no other they’ll ever experience; from the crispy crackling crust to the flying powder and it brings out the playful puppy personality in every dog. "Watching them discover snow for the first time is just pure magic.”
Kerry is Melbourne-based but often on the road throughout Australia, known for her seasonal photography experiences, most notably 'Snow Dogs' and her studio-based project 'Dog-a-logue'.
Now celebrating its tenth year, Snow Dogs has become an annual favourite for dog lovers across Australia, with many returning annually for the magical experience.
One of Kerry’s most devoted fans is Sunny Teng, who has several dogs and has done several photography sessions over the years.
“My pets are a very important part of my life,” Sunny said.
“I never knew that I could love my dogs any more than I already did.
"When I look at the photos Kerry took of them in the snow, my heart is filled with pride and so much love that it threatens to burst.”
Experiences like Sunny’s are exactly what inspired Kerry to create Snow Dogs.
“I know how hard it can be to find holidays that cater to both humans and their pets, so I wanted to create something truly special for dogs and their people," she said.
"Snow changes everything; the light, the atmosphere, even your dog’s personality.
“It’s also incredibly rare to find dog-friendly snow destinations in Australia due to national park restrictions and environmental protections in alpine regions, which is why Dinner Plain is so special.
"It’s one of the only alpine locations where dogs can run, play and explore and we get to capture every snowy, tail-wagging moment."
For Kerry, Snow Dogs was born from her own love of sharing the snow with Keiko, her Japanese Spitz and Summer, her Border Collie cross.
Many dog breeds have been behind the lens: from Huskies, Newfoundlands and Lapphunds to some more unexpected ones who had just as much fun, like Dalmatians, Pugs and Oodles.
Now that Kerry has reached the 10-year milestone of bringing 'snow much fun’ and countless incredible moments to dogs and their paw-rents, she’s excited to keep the magic going.
From Friday, 18 July to Sunday, 3 August, participants can enjoy a snowy adventure and create memories to last a lifetime at the Snow Dogs Photography Experience held at the Dinner Plain Village.
Register your interest at: puppytales.com.au/snow-dogs-photography-retreats and to discover more, visit: https://puppytales.com.au
