submitted by the HG Arts Council--There's a big arts weekend coming up. The Haida Gwaii all Islands Art Show is opening on Friday March 8 at 7 pm. This is an event you shouldn't miss. Everyone is welcome. On Saturday March 9, Judy Hilgemann will be giving a workshop titled "Preliminary Drawing and Composition, a Thoughtful Beginning. It is an opportunity to improve your drawing skills. As Judy explains, composition is the most important part of drawing. So bring your ideas or something you are working on and join us. This workshop can improve your basic skills for any kind of art. It is open to all adults of any skill level. It will be held at the Haida Heritage Center in Skidegate 10a.m.-5p.m. Cost is $50. To register call Nancy Hett 559-8234. On March 10 and 11, Judy will be adjudicating the show. She will be available to give guidance and/or helpful critiques to individual artists or she can meet with a group of artists who would find it helpful to discuss their work together. Artists can make appointments for the adjudication when they register for the show. Registration for the show is March 1, 10 am-5 pm and March 2, 1-5 pm.