[Jmaulz]

Technique-wise, both techniques are equally adept for single line melodic scale like passages; both are equally adept for strumming chords, though flat pickers can't play "block" chords but can only strum; but finger style is much better for arpeggios and skipping strings. I earned my bachelor's in classical guitar, blew my hand out (focal dystonia), and can now flat pick pretty well but can't play finger style. As such I'm all about trying to play finger style music with a pick.