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A blacksmith strikes glowing hot metal on an anvil, sending bright sparks flying outward.

About this photo

Dynamic close-up of a blacksmith working at a workshop, striking heated metal on a worn iron anvil with a hammer to create flying sparks. This gritty, detailed industrial craft shot works well for handmade work, trade, and artisanal project themes.

Prompt: “blacksmith hammering glowing metal on an anvil, sparks flying, side view” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.0/10): Well composed, sharply focused on the action, matching the brief perfectly, with only minor softness on the blurred background.

Also searched as: blacksmith hammering metal · forging sparks · anvil workshop · artisanal metalwork · smithy craft

Direct file: 1536×1024 JPG

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Can I use this blacksmith hammering glowing metal photo for free, commercially?
Yes. This photo is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Blacksmith Hammering Glowing Metal” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/blacksmith-hammering-glowing-metal-5a14a5b1) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?
The original is 1536×1024 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its landscape shape suits blog headers, article images, presentation slides and social link previews.
Is this photo AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “blacksmith hammering glowing metal on an anvil, sparks flying, side view” and it passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
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