I've always loved Matisse. Somehow I just relate to his work much more than Picasso although I do always find Picasso interesting. I guess it's a much more emotional response with Matisse. I don't know a whole lot about art but I recently read that many people think Matisse is as good as or even better than Picasso. I didn't realize Matisse was so highly considered in the art world.
Matisse's interpretation of Notre Dame...wow!