Poetry Contest Submission Form

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH CONTEST

Submissions Accepted March 7 - 23
Celebrate CO Month of Print and National Poetry Month!

The Curtis Center invites adult poets to submit ekphrastic poems inspired by two select artworks on view in the gallery.

Ekphrastic poetry responds to visual art —not just describing it, but exploring how it moves, puzzles, inspires, or enlightens you.

What to Write About:
- Poems must be inspired by an artwork currently on display in the gallery
- Poems should go beyond description and explore meaning, emotion, story, or personal connection
- Maximum 15 lines
- Poets must be 18+
- Submissions accepted March 7-23, 2026
Juried By:

Ashley Bertolino, Curtis Center Cultural Arts Coordinator

Nancy Levenson, Poet & National Poetry Month Coordinator

Andrea Rexilius, Ph.D. Regis University Professor of Creative Writing

Prizes:
- First Place - $100
- Second Place - $50
- Both poems will be featured on the Curtis Center's social media during National Poetry Month in April 2026
YOUR SUBMISSION

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Credit the artwork that inspired you!
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