Can I use this metallic gold paint stroke 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: “Metallic Gold Paint Stroke” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/metallic-gold-paint-stroke-f74d6c33) — CC BY 4.0

What size is this photo?

The original is 1280×1280 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its square shape suits Instagram posts, profile or album art and product-grid thumbnails.

Is this photo AI-generated?

Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “macro of a single stroke of metallic gold paint dragged across matte charcoal canvas, bristle grooves catching light” 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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Browse the Abstract collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

Metallic Gold Paint Stroke — Free Stock Photo (HD JPG)

A close-up of a textured metallic gold paint drag across a matte dark charcoal surface.

About this photo

A thick, bristled stroke of metallic gold paint sits against a smooth matte charcoal background, with fine raised grooves catching soft warm light. This elegant minimal image works perfectly for luxury branding, product graphics, or decorative design accents.

Prompt: “macro of a single stroke of metallic gold paint dragged across matte charcoal canvas, bristle grooves catching light” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): The image closely matches the brief, has sharp fine bristle texture, natural lighting, no artefacts, and is immediately usable for luxury or design projects.

Also searched as: metallic texture · dark luxury background · abstract paint mark · charcoal gold art

Direct file: 1280×1280 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this metallic gold paint stroke 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: “Metallic Gold Paint Stroke” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/metallic-gold-paint-stroke-f74d6c33) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?: The original is 1280×1280 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its square shape suits Instagram posts, profile or album art and product-grid thumbnails.
Is this photo AI-generated?: Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “macro of a single stroke of metallic gold paint dragged across matte charcoal canvas, bristle grooves catching light” 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 abstract images like this?: Browse the Abstract collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

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