Cleaver Magazine Visual Poetics Contest A project of Cleaver (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (September 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About We invite poems that engage with a visual life, whether this is as a traditional poem accompanied by a single photo, or a complete re-imagining of how language can live on the page. Show us your family albums gilded with language, your graphing calculator love letter, your rendering of a casserole recipe in the shape of Mt. Fuji. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time contest Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 4 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: See guidelines.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. Details: USD $500 first place prize.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Make a Donation Cleaver Magazine Visual Poetics Contest Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 2 reports from 2 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 05 Nov 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 15 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 17 Sep 2026 23:38 UTC (less than a minute ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsCleaver Charges fees for all submissionsCleaver Short Creative Nonfiction Contest CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsForm and Form-Breaking Poetry Contest CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsSummer Lightning Flash Contest DNQ Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 15 Sep 2025 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only