IF picture pedigree has anything to do with it, then photographers Rob Scott and Jeff Ditchburn will be in the frame in The Press Business of the Year Awards 2007.

Their company, Discerning Images Photography, which has a studio in Front Street, Acomb, is pitching for the Small Business Of The Year title.

Both men, who were ex-colleagues at BT, now have a combined 50 years of photographic experience - and both were trained under well-known commercial photographer Gary Edwards, who began his career with David Bailey.

Apart from being the official cameramen for York City Knights Rugby League Club, they offer a wide portfolio of services, including wedding, model, portrait, commercial and rock events.

Most of their clients are through referrals, though they have a successful Discerning Images online shop, and also established the YorModel Agency.

Rob also holds a number of posts in the Federation of Small Businesses.