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Have you ever seen a poem that looks like the thing it is describing?
That’s called shape poetry (also known as concrete poetry).
In shape poetry, the words of the poem form a picture, helping readers
visualize the subject while they read.
For example, a poem about a tree might be arranged in the shape of a tree, or a poem about a heart might form the shape of a heart.
Ready to try it yourself? Follow the steps below!
Step 1: Choose an Object or Theme
Think of something simple that your poem will be about. This will also become the shape of your poem. Try not to choose a complicated shape, the simpler it is, the easier it will be for you to generate it!
Some ideas:
Tree 🌳
Apple 🍎
Star ⭐
Heart ❤️
Mountain ⛰️
Animal 🐦
Step 2: Write a Short Poem
Write a short poem (about 4–8 lines) about your object or theme.
If you need inspiration, you can also use ChatGPT to help generate a short poem about your chosen topic.
Step 3: Copy Your Poem
Once your poem is ready, copy the text so you can paste it into the shape poetry generator here: https://www.languageisavirus.com/visual-poetry/mosaic.php
More instructions on how to use the shape poetry generation: https://www.languageisavirus.com/visual-poetry/
Step 4: Create Your Shape
Use the drawing tool to draw the shape of your object.
As you draw, the words of your poem will fill the shape, turning your poem into a visual picture!
Take your time and experiment with different shapes!
Example: The Apple
Here is an example of a Shape Poem about an apple, based on Snow White!
The Apple
A bright red apple
rests in a waiting hand.
It looks sweet and perfect,
shining in the light.
Snow White takes a bite,
trusting what she sees.
But the apple hides a secret,
and she falls into deep sleep
And this was what was created
using the generator!
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