what is concrete poetry

Concrete poetry is an artistic form that emphasizes the visual arrangement of linguistic elements to convey meaning, rather than relying solely on verbal significance. It is also known as visual poetry, and it involves the deliberate use of typography, graphic space, and other visual elements to create a poetic composition. Concrete poets experiment with language, incorporating visual, verbal, kinetic, and sonic elements to create poems that are objects composed of words, letters, colors, and typefaces. The intent of the poet is conveyed through the graphic patterns of letters, words, or symbols, rather than the conventional arrangement of words. This form of poetry has a long tradition and has developed from a predominantly visual tradition that seeks to draw attention to the word in the space of the page and to the spaces between words as an aid to emphasizing their significance. Concrete poetry has its origins in the 20th century and has been associated with movements such as Dada and Surrealism. Notable contemporary concrete poets include Haroldo de Campos and Augusto de Campos.