Poets develop their ability to describe and use imagery by observing the world through their senses. Go for a walk around your neighbourhood. Write down seven things that you notice, paying attention to things like cracks in the sidewalk, the shape of clouds, what people you pass are wearing, plants or trees that are growing (and what they look like). Now write down five things you can hear: planes, cars, wind, birds singing, people talking…? Sit still for three minutes and just listen. (Maybe you hear your tummy grumbling for a snack!)
Do this activity every day for a week and you will start to notice more! (Actually, keep up this habit for a lifetime and you will become VERY observant.)