As parents we all want to push the boat out on occassion for some fantastic, professional family photography.

We have found a selection of the best in your area.However, remember that for some top tips on taking your own photographs have a look at our 'Photography Expert' section.

Cheshire:

Helen Venables Photography - www.helenvenables.co.uk - Helen's experience of more than a decade, her style and technique have resulted in a portfolio ranging from engaging shots of children at play to emotionally charged wedding photos. Helen's work takes her all over the UK, Europe and the States, where her skills and qualities are welcomed by her customers again and again.

Buckinghamshire:

Home to our resident photography expert. Paul Wilkinson is a multi-award winning photographer and UK Parent & Child Photographer of the Year 2008. Based in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire, Paul's reputation has been built over the past 10 years through creating stunning images for his clients across the UK. He has long been known for producing beautiful and engaging photographs that capture the character of people. www.paulwilkinsonphotography.co.uk

Helen's spontaneous approach to her subjects produces innovative and captivating images. She has unique talent for understanding people which shows through in all her work. She has a totally unobtrusive style which puts all of her subjects at ease and has a unique gift for immortalising magical slices of family life. Her approach to Wedding Photography in particular captures the connection and emotion between each couple. Every wedding has its own uniqueness, and every wedding album that Helen produces is as unique as the day.

Helen's work takes her all over the UK, Europe and the States, where her skills and qualities are welcomed by her customers again and again.

Helen's experience of more than a decade, her style and technique have resulted in a portfolio ranging from engaging shots of children at play to emotionally charged wedding photos.