Summer Palace Socks
Description: The Shore's surf culture can be traced back to the '60s, when Greg "Grog" Mesanko of Toms River, New Jersey hit the waves at Casino Pier with his crew. He would go on to establish what would become the Shore's premier surf shop, Grog's Surf Palace, in Seaside Park in 1970. Grog's became somewhat of a clubhouse for local surfers and played a huge part in promoting the New Jersey surfing scene, sponsoring many contests and events along the way.
Description: This stunning 2D negative space illustration reimagines the Summer Palace of Beijing as a powerful silhouette. Set against a solid black background, the iconic temple shapes act as a window into a vibrant, multicolored world. Inside the silhouette, a dreamlike landscape unfolds with gradients of amber, turquoise, and deep violet. This modern surrealist piece balances minimalist black edges with a rich, layered interior, creating a sophisticated and metaphorical tribute to Chinese heritage.
Description: Journey back in time with this exquisite 2D travel illustration of Beijing's iconic Summer Palace. This artwork blends 1950s vintage poster aesthetics with a modern graphic-painterly style. Featuring the majestic Tower of Buddhist Incense under a warm golden hour glow, the piece uses a sophisticated palette of terracotta and cyan. Perfect for those who love Chinese history, classic travel art, and the serene beauty of Kunming Lake captured in a clean, stratified architectural composition.
Description: Experience the magic of a dream vacation through this beautiful 2D anime-style illustration. A lone traveler stands contemplatively, her back to the viewer, gazing at the breathtaking temples of Beijing. Inspired by Studio Ghibli’s detailed background art, the scene is painted in soft pastel tones and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired light. This piece captures the emotional essence of wanderlust and the peaceful serenity of a sunset stroll through China's most famous imperial garden.
Description: The Shore's surf culture can be traced back to the '60s, when Greg "Grog" Mesanko of Toms River, New Jersey hit the waves at Casino Pier with his crew. He would go on to establish what would become the Shore's premier surf shop, Grog's Surf Palace, in Seaside Park in 1970. Grog's became somewhat of a clubhouse for local surfers and played a huge part in promoting the New Jersey surfing scene, sponsoring many contests and events along the way.
