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Knezelism of the Week: 2016 – 2026

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Jan 5, 2026 |

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...

Knezelism of the Week: December 29

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Dec 29, 2025 |

©Knezelisms Sherrill Knezel Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. AllKnezelism BlueKnezelism RedKnezelism Yellow Knezelism of the Week: December 29 Knezelism of the Week: December 22 Knezelism of the Week: December 15 Knezelism of the Week: December 08 Knezelism of the Week: December 01 Knezelism of the Week: November 24 Knezelism of the Week: November 17 Knezelism of the Week: November 10 Knezelism of the Week: November 3 Knezelism of the Week: October 27 Knezelism of the Week: October 20 Knezelism of the Week: October 13 Knezelism...

Knezelism of the Week: December 22

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Dec 22, 2025 |

©Knezelisms Sherrill Knezel Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. AllKnezelism BlueKnezelism RedKnezelism Yellow Knezelism of the Week: December 29 Knezelism of the Week: December 22 Knezelism of the Week: December 15 Knezelism of the Week: December 08 Knezelism of the Week: December 01 Knezelism of the Week: November 24 Knezelism of the Week: November 17 Knezelism of the Week: November 10 Knezelism of the Week: November 3 Knezelism of the Week: October 27 Knezelism of the Week: October 20 Knezelism of the Week: October 13 Knezelism...

Knezelism of the Week: December 15

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Dec 15, 2025 |

©Knezelisms Sherrill Knezel Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. AllKnezelism BlueKnezelism RedKnezelism Yellow Knezelism of the Week: December 29 Knezelism of the Week: December 22 Knezelism of the Week: December 15 Knezelism of the Week: December 08 Knezelism of the Week: December 01 Knezelism of the Week: November 24 Knezelism of the Week: November 17 Knezelism of the Week: November 10 Knezelism of the Week: November 3 Knezelism of the Week: October 27 Knezelism of the Week: October 20 Knezelism of the Week: October 13 Knezelism...

Knezelism of the Week: December 08

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Dec 8, 2025 |

©Knezelisms Sherrill Knezel Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. AllKnezelism BlueKnezelism RedKnezelism Yellow Knezelism of the Week: December 29 Knezelism of the Week: December 22 Knezelism of the Week: December 15 Knezelism of the Week: December 08 Knezelism of the Week: December 01 Knezelism of the Week: November 24 Knezelism of the Week: November 17 Knezelism of the Week: November 10 Knezelism of the Week: November 3 Knezelism of the Week: October 27 Knezelism of the Week: October 20 Knezelism of the Week: October 13 Knezelism...

Knezelism of the Week: December 01

Posted by Sherrill Knezel | Dec 1, 2025 |

©Knezelisms Sherrill Knezel Knezelism: an inspirational illustration by artist Sherrill Knezel that explores different aspects of self-identity and community building in Milwaukee. AllKnezelism BlueKnezelism RedKnezelism Yellow Knezelism of the Week: December 29 Knezelism of the Week: December 22 Knezelism of the Week: December 15 Knezelism of the Week: December 08 Knezelism of the Week: December 01 Knezelism of the Week: November 24 Knezelism of the Week: November 17 Knezelism of the Week: November 10 Knezelism of the Week: November 3 Knezelism of the Week: October 27 Knezelism of the Week: October 20 Knezelism of the Week: October 13 Knezelism...