- A. "Commission" means the regulating body of the New Mexico state fair that shall prepare, adopt, publish, and enforce all necessary rules for the management of the state fair.
- B. "Hispanic artist" means an artist who is at least one quarter Hispanic descent.
- C. "Native American artist" means an artist who is an American Indian of a federally-recognized tribe or pueblo.
- D. “New Mexico state fair premium book” means the annual printed or internet-posted publication of the New Mexico state fair which contains rules that govern certain events and exhibits at the state fair.
- E. "Non-professional (amateur) artist" means an artist with limited or no gallery experience who seeks public exposure and professional proficiency.
- F. "Photographer" means one who takes pictures.
- G. "Professional artist" means one who shows or who has sold artwork.
- H. "Youth artist" means one who is under 19 years of age.
[4.3.4.7 NMAC - Rp, 4 NMAC 3.4.7, 3/31/2005]