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A cratered asteroid floats in space backlit by a bright distant sun against a field of stars
A cratered asteroid floats in space backlit by a bright distant sun against a field of stars

About this illustration

A rough, pockmarked asteroid drifts through deep space, rim-lit by the warm glow of a distant sun set against a dense starfield. This clean, dramatic render works perfectly for space science articles, astronomy presentations and sci-fi design assets.

Prompt: “asteroid tumbling through space lit by a distant sun, digital art” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): Sharp, well composed render with natural lighting that perfectly matches the brief, with no visible artifacts or usability flaws.

Also searched as: asteroid in space · space scene · sunlit asteroid · solar system object · deep space illustration

Direct file: 2048×1152 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this tumbling asteroid in starry space 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: “Tumbling Asteroid In Starry Space” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/tumbling-asteroid-in-starry-space-79394254) — 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 “asteroid tumbling through space lit by a distant sun, digital art” 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?
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