John Howe or Alan Lee which is your favorite?

[Iargwath]

Both artists deem to be inspiring. However to pick a favourite from the two, i'd have to choose John Howe. Since the medium's and overall outcome of his works are fantastic. His use of water colour, designer inks and guoache for highlights are definitely something i can not achieve in my artworks, thus i admire his talent in illustration. His interpretations of Middle earth are very close to what i had imagined and interpreted from the decriptions in the books; especially the artworks Eowyn and the Nazgul and Elwig's Tower.
Furthermore for any artists who wish to ask questions to John, you can do so via his Official Forum. He will answer any of your enquiries regarding his work.