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to the words and works of Jenna Mervis, freelance writer and graphic designer. design.writing is an organic fusion of Jenna’s creative and practical skills in both graphics and words. design.writing is proudly professional and efficient - and proudly South African, of course! Explore Jenna’s respective portfolios, catch up on her news or contact her for further information, quotes or writing samples.


Design

Design for print service covers a range of media from small flyers to large-scale exhibition signage.
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Writing

Writing services include commissioned features, opinion pieces, business and personality profiles, reviews, short scripts and more. Proofreading, editing and rewriting are also available.
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Latest News

  • Live at Off the Wall

    21 June 2010. Off-the-Wall. Touch of Madness. My poetry. Ayoba.

    After a couple of tentative readings during open mic at Off-the-Wall over the last few years, I finally braved the half hour slot and read some of my poetry. Despite the soccer, despite the weather, the turn-out was amazing and my audience incredible responsive. Overall, a wonderful experience! Read on for a few pics taken by Hugh Hodge.

  • Beyond Borders at the Badilisha Poetry X-change

    The 25th of May was Africa Day and Badilisha poets took over the City library to share their views of an Africa beyond borders. I was privileged to be included in the celebrations and performed one of my own poems …

  • An Illegal Trade’ goes online.

    I’ve heard of a man
    who skins poets
    and sells their pelts
    on the export market –
    illegal, but lucrative.