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Sharpen your skills in The Digital Darkroom Over 258 pages, DC contributor James Abbott (p100) shares his image editing smarts for the Photoshop and Affinity Photo platforms. www.ilex.press; £25/$30

Leica Noctilux M-50mm f/1.2 ASPH returns Exquisite bokeh is one of the major benefits of this relaunched optic – the original was the first-ever lens to feature aspherical elements. The Noctilux M-50mm is available in a black anodised finish, or limited-edition silver. leicacamera.com; from £6,500/$7,695

Marilyn Stafford Award 2021 open for entries Submissions for this prestigious international competition must be made by 24 May 2021. It is open to professional female photographers aged over 18, and the top prize is £2,000. fotodocument.org/ fotoaward; free