Bowman Originals
Ned Bowman, the visionary behind Bowman Originals, lives, breathes, and dreams jewelry. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1955, Ned’s passion for finely crafted adornments began early. As a young boy, he often accompanied his parents on antique-hunting adventures through New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. It was there, in the elegant halls of Rothchild’s Antiques on Royal Street, that Mrs. Greenblatt introduced him to the world of exquisite antique jewelry. That spark of wonder ignited a lifelong fascination—one that continues to inspire every piece Ned designs today.
Ned Bowman finished his formal education at Northern Arizona University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in fine arts. After college, Ned earned certification in Color Stone Identification and Diamond Appraisal from the Gemological Institute of America. His commitment to learning, however, extends well beyond the classroom. Ned continues to refine and expand his craft through ongoing experimentation with innovative ideas and materials.
Encouraged by fellow jewelry designers in 1996, Ned entered jewelry design competitions. Ned’s winning awards included three DeBeers Diamond Design Awards for the USA, one International DeBeers Diamond Design Award and one Japanese Pearl Association Award.
A distinguished roster of celebrities has worn Bowman Originals jewelry, reflecting its broad appeal and distinctive artistry. Notable names include Madonna, Cher, Eddie Murphy and his wife Nichol, Marla Maples, Martin Lawrence, Jeff Blumberg, Niki Taylor, Daisy Fuentes, Arsenio Hall, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, the members of the musical group TLC, among many others.
Accompanied by his longtime assistant and protégé, Rowann, Ned Bowman remains steadfast in his lifelong dedication to exploring the artistic possibilities of silver, gold, enamel, glass, and an array of precious and semi-precious stones. Together, Ned and Rowann continue to expand the distinguished Bowman Originals collection—creating timeless pieces destined to become cherished heirlooms.
They take great pride in declaring that each piece is “Made in the USA” — crafted entirely by hand, without the use of computers or automated technology. Embracing Old World-style craftsmanship, they honor traditional techniques and celebrate their commitment to artisanal excellence. In an age of mass production, they are proudly moving backward preserving the integrity and soul of true handmade jewelry.
Customer Reviews:
“Ned and Rowann were great. their experience and work far exceeded my expectations. i would highly recommend to anyone looking for handmade jewelry!” – Andrew Sweeney
“This place is incredible. I am a very picky New Englander and like a very specific type of chunky sterling silver jewelry (without compromising on quality). Let me tell you that Bowman Originals does not disappoint. I am blown away by the craftsmanship, and the owners (Ned and Rowan) are the loveliest duo – you can tell they pour their heart into their jewelry/art. Very, VERY pleased.
Edit: I have now purchased three pieces from Bowman Originals, working with Ned over the last few months to customize at least 2/3 of them. I can honestly say I have never worked with an artist (a jeweler, specifically) that has gone to such great lengths to ensure I am satisfied and get exactly what I want – no matter how picky. I will definitely be working with the Bowman team in the future!!” – Tony Elias
“The Bowman Originals team took on a variety of projects for my family and I and displayed the highest level of customer service and attentiveness to our needs. These efforts were only superseded by the craftsmanship of the pieces themselves. Simply experts in all things jewelry, you’d be silly to go elsewhere in Sarasota.” – Theo Schneider
“Bowman Originals is the epitome of excellent customer service. It is evident that they put allot of effort into every step of their work and it shows. Every detail is taken into consideration from the piece itself to the packaging it came wrapped in. I couldn’t be happier with the end result. It was worth the wait. I highly recommend Bowman Originals for their craftsmanship, customer service and overall ability to take care of every little detail.” – Anonymous
Bowman Originals moved out of their physical location downtown. You can reach them at:
941-302-9594
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