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Two vertical columns of delicate translucent white smoke twist upward against a solid pure black background

About this illustration

Ethereal, curling translucent smoke wisps rise in two distinct thin columns on a seamless black background. This high-contrast graphic is ideal for overlay elements, moody backgrounds, and compositing projects.

Prompt: “vertical translucent steam wisps rising in two thin columns, on a pure black background” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): Perfectly matches the brief with natural flowing smoke details, clean solid background, no visible flaws or artefacts.

Also searched as: vertical smoke columns · steam wisps overlay · black smoke background · transparent smoke texture

Direct file: 1152×2048 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this tall rising smoke columns 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: “Tall Rising Smoke Columns” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/tall-rising-smoke-columns-9d197065) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
The original is 1152×2048 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its portrait shape suits phone wallpapers, Pinterest pins, Instagram and TikTok posts and magazine-style layouts.
Is this illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “vertical translucent steam wisps rising in two thin columns, 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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