BudgetPixelBudgetPixel
Open BudgetPixel
A wide deep exposure view of a spiral galactic core with dark dust lanes against dark space
A wide deep exposure view of a spiral galactic core with dark dust lanes against dark space

About this illustration

This deep field astronomical view shows a detailed spiral galactic core framed by intricate dark interstellar dust lanes and scattered distant stars. It is ideal for science presentations, space themed designs, and educational astronomy materials.

Prompt: “milky way core with dark dust lanes, deep exposure” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): The image closely matches the brief, has detailed coherent structure, natural cosmic coloration, no discernible artefacts, and only very minor softness in the outermost faint nebulosity.

Also searched as: deep space exposure · astronomy image · galaxy dust lanes · cosmic background

Direct file: 1536×1024 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this milky way core spiral galaxy 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: “Milky Way Core Spiral Galaxy” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/milky-way-core-spiral-galaxy-2110fe8d) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
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 illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “milky way core with dark dust lanes, deep exposure” 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 science images like this?
Browse the Science collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

More galaxy images

See all →

Similar images

Need a different take? Tweak the prompt and generate — free, no account

Safe-for-work images only — no nudity or sexual content, no real or famous people, no children. Blocked requests still count toward today’s limit.

Takes under a minute. Good results join the library for everyone, with their prompt.

Want it private, larger or edited? The image workshop generates with every model and keeps your images to your account.