I must combine the following sentences in the most effective way. Is my answer correct?

Question

Sentences:
1. He didn't cover his vehicle with the traditional camouflage.
2. He covered it with his own drawings.

My answer(s) - Not sure which is the best way:

He didn't cover his vehicle with the traditonal camouflage; instead, he covered it with his own drawings.

OR Instead of covering his vehicle with the traditional camouflage, he covered it with his own drawings.

Answer 1

Both are correct, but I like the second one better.