Can I use this white chalk dust smears 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: “White Chalk Dust Smears” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/white-chalk-dust-smears-99252db4) — CC BY 4.0

What size is this photo?

The original is 1408×1408 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 “chalky white dust smears and faint streaks, on a pure black background” 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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White Chalk Dust Smears — Free Stock Photo (HD JPG)

Chalky white dust streaks and scattered particles spread across a solid pure black background

About this photo

Textured diagonal chalk smears and fine dust particles create a dynamic high-contrast design against a deep black backdrop. It works perfectly as a grunge background, overlay element or moody graphic base with ample copy space.

Prompt: “chalky white dust smears and faint streaks, on a pure black background” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.5/10): Matches the brief perfectly, with natural textured dust streaks and clean contrast, only minor faint grain on the black background that does not impact usability.

Also searched as: chalk dust background · black grunge texture · abstract dust overlay · black and white background

Direct file: 1408×1408 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this white chalk dust smears 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: “White Chalk Dust Smears” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/white-chalk-dust-smears-99252db4) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?: The original is 1408×1408 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 “chalky white dust smears and faint streaks, on a pure black background” 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 backgrounds images like this?: Browse the Backgrounds collection, see the similar images below, or describe the exact picture you need and generate it free on this page.

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