Cartoon of a smiling person with long hair, glasses, and yellow skin, set against a purple background with stars.

Monika nor-cer

Monika Norcross-Cerminara (Nor-Cer) is an art director, animator, and illustrator with experience in video production, digital publishing, social media, and marketing.

She is passionate about creating visually engaging and resonant stories and providing creative solutions.

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Illustration

A creative Unicorn

Monika Norcross-Cerminara is a multidisciplinary artist with expertise in art direction, animation, and illustration.
She draws inspiration from mid-century illustration, sci-fi and horror genres, and the magic of theater. Monika loves to create unique artwork that is full of nostalgia and whimsy.

Monika is a versatile and imaginative creative professional who is always ready to adapt her approach. While her personal style may not always match a client's initial vision, her creative problem-solving skills ensure she can deliver unique solutions and a style that perfectly aligns with the client's needs.

A cartoon girl holding an umbrella and jumping over lily pads on a pond, with hills in the background, in black and white watercolor style.

Notable Achievements

Monika's film, "Umbrella Girl," has been screened globally and received numerous accolades.

The official Star Wars account retweeted her paper art piece of Princess Leia.

Additionally, Monika has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram multiple times. Her Fosse-inspired Dancer illustration gained popularity on TikTok, while her lenticular art videos have garnered over a million views on both platforms.

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Umbrella Girl

Experience the heartwarming tale of Umbrella Girl, a delightful 2D animated short film that captures the essence of childhood and imagination.

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Production Art

Film & Television Credits

Build It Forward, HGTV (2022)
Freelance Animator

Backyard Blowout, Peacock (2021)
Freelance Animator

Create the Escape, Peacock (2021)
Freelance Animator

Get Out Of My Room, Universal Kids (2018)
Freelance Animator

American Rehab: Restoring Victoria, Travel Channel (2015)
Graphics

Miami Flip, DIY Network (2015)
Graphics

Rev Runs Around the World, Travel Channel (2015)
Graphics

Vanilla Ice Project (Season 5), DIY Network (2015)
Graphics

Vacation House For Free (Season 1& 2), HGTV  (2014-2015)
Graphics

The Peach Kings “Mojo Thunder”,  Music Video (2014)
Animator

The Night Witch, New York Times Op-Doc (2013)
Animator

Gallery Shows

Creepy Cryptid Art Show, Poppycock Tattoo (2024)
Wilmington, DE

May the 4th Star Wars Art Show, Poppycock Tattoo (2024)
Wilmington, DE

Press Start for Art (2023)
Pasadena, CA

Mos Eisley Expo (2022)
Pasadena, CA

Small Wonders Art Show, Leanna Lin’s Wonderland (2020)
Los Angeles, CA

Events

2025
Awesome Con, Anime Ocean City, Art Star Spring Craft Bazaar, Belfonte Arts Festival, Dover Comic Con,
Anime NYC, Legends Expo, New York Comic Con, Baltimore Comic Con, Monster Mania - Oaks, PA, Ocean City Comic Con

2024
Farpoint, Awesome Con, Rhode Island Anime, Dover Comic Con,
Anime NYC, Monster Mania - Oaks, PA, Ocean City Comic Con

2023
Dover Comic Con, Rhode Island Comic Con, Blue Hen Comic Con,
Ocean City Comic Con

2022
Awesome Con, Howard County Comic Con, Dover Comic Con,
Rhode Island Comic Con

2021
New York Comic Con