The status of famous artists in the Nine Provinces was very awkward. Their greatest achievement was to become a court artist and then a Saint Artist.
If there were no wealthy and influential aristocrats to fawn over the paintings of famous artists, they would be worthless. After all, famous paintings were too distant from ordinary people.
However, great teachers were different. Even if they were just a teacher in a village, they'd receive the respect from all the villagers.
From ancient times until now, amongst those that had their names written in history, none was illiterate.
Famous artists had mediocre statuses. However, if they were to have a great teacher title, then it'd be amazing. Just like how it was now. Not only did Sun Mo draw a famous painting, but he also permanently attached a great teacher halo onto it.
That was amazing!