Ekphrastic

The Loverʻs Paradox
Like a slumbering flame awakening into breath A yearning stirs, raw yet tenderly, and consumes the lover For love melts the boundaries lingering close to death
By Pōlani Monderen 2 months ago in Poets
In The Murder Mist
Introduction This started off as an Ekphrastic Terza Rima, but then saw what the crows were seeing in the painting. This is Carl's (The Artist) Facebook page, where you can see more of his excellent work.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Poets
Keep Evidence
Fools deny the existence of giants Their minds have modest, confined dimensions Their worlds are formed from mundane elements
By D. J. Reddall2 months ago in Poets
Selkie
This poem was written in response to the Rattle® Poetry Ekphrastic Challenge for October 2025 and was ultimately not selected. You can find more information here. https://rattle.com/page/ekphrastic/
By Rae Fairchild (MRB)2 months ago in Poets
Welcome, The Winter Solstice
Introduction This is my eighty-first piece inspired by Angie Livingstone's magnificent artwork. I also used this painting for my sixteenth piece, which you can read here. This also appears in the book.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Poets
The Lanterns of Quiet Words
Poetry does not arrive like thunder. It comes softly, like the lantern glow that spreads patiently through a dark room. In a small town where nights were full of silent stars, there lived a circle of poets who believed that words were not just sentences—they were pieces of the soul.
By Muhammad Saad 2 months ago in Poets
MOTHER NATURE
Dear mother Your endurance is endless A few words we want to send to you Thank you and apologize to you Thank you for your tolerance and understanding
By HieuDinh2 months ago in Poets
KING OF SUCCULENTS
The Emperor's Stone Lotus has a unique shape and strong beauty, not only is it a decorative plant but also has a special feng shui meaning. This type of stone lotus is considered a symbol of authority, stability and success in life. Whether you are a lover of ornamental plants or are looking for a meaningful gift, the Emperor's Stone Lotus is the perfect choice.
By HieuDinh2 months ago in Poets
The Raven Waits
Introduction Carl B Parker is a superb artist, and this is the third piece I have written inspired by his work. This is an An Ekphrastic Catena Rondo
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Poets
Floating
Floating in a sea of disbelief Itching for relief Stripped of every belief I once held dear Bereaved of my self Shucking the sleeve of my former reality
By Atomic Historian2 months ago in Poets
Strange Nature
Introduction I am unable to submit to a challenge from this backup account, but I can still write poetry and stories. This is an Ekphrastic Villanelle.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Poets
Third Eye
My third eye glazes over As the world grows colder A smoldering mass destroying us Societal entropy has a hold of me All I want to do is write and bring joy
By Atomic Historian2 months ago in Poets