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Rodney Thornblad was born in the Bronx in 1959. He finds his subjects in contemporary prison scenes, medieval battles and Biblical scenes, particularly The Last Supper and Crucifixion. He chooses to work on a large scale, taking months to complete one drawing. He recently completed a medieval battle scene, 36" x 72", with his usual attention to minutely detailed figures and the large scale overall tableau. He is now working on a Last Supper that is even larger. He works with great concentration and isolates himself, even in a group studio situation. He frequently uses a Walkman to listen to rock 'n roll while he draws at HAI. Thornblad is close to his parents and has expressed his appreciation for his family's support through his illness.
I draw because it gives me fulfillment. And it gives me a little money to get what I need. I feel very good about exhibiting my work. It gives me a sense of, like, purpose, you know? With what I do. It helps me get notoriety with my drawings so other people can see it. It helps mentally and spirituality, too. I'm looking forward to selling another drawing. I try to play it by ear. 'Easy does it',like they say in A. A. I had a friend who said, 'inch by inch, life's a cinch; yard by yard, life is hard.'That's basically it. -- Rodney Thornblad
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