Can I use this coarse film grain black background 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: “Coarse Film Grain Black Background” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/coarse-film-grain-black-background-a40a1cd0) — CC BY 4.0

What size is this photo?

The original is 2048×1152 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its wide shape suits website hero banners, YouTube thumbnails, desktop wallpapers and presentation title slides.

Is this photo AI-generated?

Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “coarse clumpy film grain in light gray, on a pure black background” and 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 backgrounds images like this?

Browse the Backgrounds collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

Coarse Film Grain Black Background — Free Stock Photo (HD JPG)

Light gray clumpy coarse film grain texture over a solid pure black background

About this photo

This full-frame texture features uneven clumpy light gray film grain set against a deep pure black base. It works well as an overlay for photo editing, retro graphic design, or vintage video effects.

Prompt: “coarse clumpy film grain in light gray, on a pure black background” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (7.0/10): Matches the brief well; a faint thin diagonal stray line is present in the grain that only appears on very close inspection, so the asset remains usable.

Also searched as: film grain overlay · black grain background · coarse film noise · retro texture

Direct file: 2048×1152 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this coarse film grain black background 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: “Coarse Film Grain Black Background” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/coarse-film-grain-black-background-a40a1cd0) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?: The original is 2048×1152 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its wide shape suits website hero banners, YouTube thumbnails, desktop wallpapers and presentation title slides.
Is this photo AI-generated?: Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “coarse clumpy film grain in light gray, on a pure black background” and 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 backgrounds images like this?: Browse the Backgrounds collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.