Knezelism of the Week: 2016 - 2026 | Milwaukee Independent

The inspirational cartoon featured by Milwaukee Independent, “Knezelism of the Week,” has concluded its ten-year run. The popular series was illustrated and designed by local artist and educator Sherrill Knezel. Her work, unlike traditional editorial cartoons, served as a visual reflection on empathy, connection, and meaning — transforming simple drawings and quotes into a space for mindfulness and community. Each illustration offered readers a pause amid the news cycle, a moment to breathe and consider the quiet beauty of everyday life in Milwaukee.

Our newsroom extends its heartfelt thanks to Sherrill for her extraordinary creativity and dedication, and to our readers who have embraced her art as a gentle reminder of the humanity that unites us all.

Sherrill Knezel

Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee.

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Sherrill Knezel

Sherrill Knezel is a K-12 Art Educator, Illustrator, and Graphic Recorder in Wauwatosa. She believes in connection, compassion, curiosity and courage. www.meaningfulmarks.net

Heart Speak: A Visual Interpretation of Let Your Life Speak

In this visual interpretation of a classic work, Sherrill Knezel brings Parker J. Palmer's bestselling book Let Your Life Speak to life. With more than seventy heartfelt images to go along with excerpts from Palmer, Heart Speak pairs these images with brief personal reflections. Readers are invited to explore and embrace both their own limits and potential, as they listen to their inner voice, and courageously following its lead.

Knezelism of the Week: 2016 – 2026