Creative Works
Explore my diverse projects in photography, painting, and writing.
Photography Art
Check out some amazing photos that really capture life and beauty through my lens. It's all about my love for art and storytelling!
Inspirational Moments
Join me for powerful moments of preaching and inspiration, where creativity meets calling, and stories of faith and perseverance come to life. Through the blending of art, testimony, and the truth of God’s Word, these gatherings are designed to stir hearts, ignite purpose, and leave a lasting impact on every listener.
Writing is Art
Being a new author can be both exhilarating and daunting. I didn’t come this far to stop. The journey of writing is just beginning. Each word I craft is a step towards finding my unique voice and sharing my story with the world. There will be challenges ahead, but with persistence and passion, I can forge my path in the literary landscape.
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Review: TD Harrington - September 30, 2025
I’ve completed your book, and I must say what a blessing it was! Below is my review:
You shared just enough of your life story to give readers hope and inspire even a non-believer to want to know more about the God who saved you. The book was comprehensible, relatable, and relevant. I especially appreciated that it wasn’t filled with overly complex words that made the reading experience smooth and enjoyable! I truly believe this book will lead many people to Christ, and it will challenge believers to go deeper in their walk with God. Personally, it helped me come out on the other side of my wilderness season.
Review: N. Harrington - October 1, 2025
Your book is far more than a story; it’s a guide to self-discovery. One of my childhood memories is of Miss Maggie.
At a time when most women were being mistreated and controlled by men, she was strong but caring. She took care of so many people but didn’t let anyone boss her around. She made her big boys do what she said, and no man was telling her how to handle her business!
Review: Rev. B. Thomas - October 21, 2025
Good afternoon Lil Drummer Boy!!! I just want you to know that I am enjoying your book. I have been blessed just in reading the first few chapters. Thanks to my dear sister/friend, Dusty, whom gave me this book as a gift and boy it has been a great gift to receive and read!!! I am very proud of you Rodney! Keep moving forward in Him, the author and the finisher of our faith!🙏🏽
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Book Reviews
Jamal is at that age where every decision feels big, because it is. At school, at home, and out with his friends, he’s starting to realize that who he is becoming depends on the choices he makes today.
When Jamal stands up for a friend who’s being harassed, admits the truth after knocking over his mom’s favorite plant, and decides not to sneak into a store with his friends, he learns that doing the right thing isn’t always easy, but it always matters.
Guided by his grandmother’s wisdom, inspired by the good people around him, and motivated by the hope that his little brother will one day look up to him, Jamal begins to understand what kind of person he truly wants to be known for: honest, brave, and kind.
Full of heart, courage, and the power of good choices, Jamal’s Choice: "What Will I Be Known For?" is a touching story that shows young readers how integrity and kindness can shape a life and inspire others along the way.
Jamal - What Will I Be Known For?
Children's Books
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About Rise and Create
Rise & Create is rooted in the belief that creativity is a catalyst for transformation. This space exists to awaken the divine spark within each of us.
At Rise & Create, the visual, the verbal, and the visionary come together, through painting, photography, writing, and inspirational speaking. It’s an invitation to rise above fear, limitation, and self-doubt, and to create boldly from the heart.
Rise & Create was started as a personal reminder of who I am and whose I am. I believe we are all created by God: intentionally, purposefully, and with the power to create.
You were made to create.
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