[Gives her a startled look, then a welcoming smile. Manners first, after all, especially to one's own teacher.]
Ms. Snow. [Looks thoughtful for a moment before answering.] I suppose imitating the blending of the colors on a Monet is quite difficult, but I can assure you that it's much easier than trying to attempt a Renoir.
[And thank everything in existence that Snow is allowing him to pursue art imitation painting instead of the turkey hands or whatever it is the other students were making today in Arts and Crafts.]