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Loose charcoal sketch of a dragonfly resting on a slender reed stem against plain white paper

About this illustration

Bold, expressive loose charcoal strokes create a dynamic sketch of a dragonfly perched on a reed, set against a clean white background. This artwork works well for nature editorial layouts, craft project inspiration, and minimalist wall art designs.

Prompt: “charcoal sketch of a dragonfly resting on a reed stem, bold loose strokes on white paper” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.0/10): Matches the brief perfectly with bold loose charcoal strokes, the only minor imperfection is a slightly inconsistent leg detail that is only noticeable on very close inspection.

Also searched as: charcoal drawing · insect art · dragonfly on reed · pencil sketch · nature illustration

Direct file: 1728×1152 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this charcoal dragonfly sketch illustration for free, commercially?
Yes. This illustration 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: “Charcoal Dragonfly Sketch” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/charcoal-dragonfly-sketch-47957657) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
The original is 1728×1152 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 illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “charcoal sketch of a dragonfly resting on a reed stem, bold loose strokes on white paper” 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.
Where can I find more art & crafts images like this?
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