HERE’S a picture-perfect opportunity for parents to get their “little stars” photographed for free while visiting the shops in York.

Pictures of children are being taken at Matalan on Clifton Moor between 10am and 4pm until Saturday.

Photos will be taken at the same times at BHS between August 2 and 6, and at Monks Cross Information Centre between August 9 and 13.

There are nine age categories, with all entries free of charge. The picture chosen by parents will be entered into a competition, and all photos will appear in a Little Stars supplement in The Press on Tuesday, August 23.

The winner will receive a 20in x 16in black and white contemporary portrait, while the winner of each category will win a 16in x 12in black and white portrait, courtesy of Foto Imaging.