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Bright branching horizontal lightning strikes spread across a solid pure black background

About this illustration

Intricate crawling white lightning branches stretch horizontally over a seamless solid black backdrop. This high-contrast graphic works perfectly as an atmospheric background, sci-fi overlay, or storm-themed design element.

Prompt: “crawling lightning branching sideways across the frame, on a pure black background” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): Matches the brief perfectly with clean, sharp branching horizontal lightning on a pure black background, no visible flaws or artefacts, fully usable for design work.

Also searched as: electric bolt graphic · black storm background · branching lightning

Direct file: 2048×1152 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this side crawling lightning background 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: “Side Crawling Lightning Background” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/side-crawling-lightning-background-baab27f2) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
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 illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “crawling lightning branching sideways across the frame, 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?
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