From the way you described your writing process, it sounds like you have plenty of practice summoning the powers of visual imagery in your mind's eye. With time, any task can become second nature to us. Giving the subconscious a little something to chew on by listening to music in the background is something I also find useful for The Process (though silence has its worth, too).

Thanks for the support. I have only very recently begun with this poetry exploration, so you're catching all the raw flavors of a beginner. ☺