AAM Jewelry
Ashley McDowell
Ashley McDowell is a bench Jeweler from Southern California. Her primary focus is on making wearable jewelry with a unique design and narrative. Ashley has graduated with a Bachelor’s in Applied Design: Jewelry and Metalwork from San Diego State University.
Sterling silver rings
This sterling silver ring collection reflects my interest and craftsmanship in creating wearable everyday jewelry.
My Portal to Florence
My Portal To Florence was created when I was studying jewelry at the Lorenzo de’ Medici institute in Florence, Italy. This ring draws inspiration from art nouveau ornamentation, symmetry, and natural forms. The Floral element is inspired by lilies which reference both art nouveau and a nod to the time I spent living in Florence. Set in the center, a piece of mother of pearl, whose shining surface creates a sense of depth and reflection. In the shifting light, the material feels almost portal-like, acting as a space for memory, reminiscence, and personal reflection. In this piece I wanted to combine wearable adornment with a sense of remembering.
Snake Gardn
“Snake Garden” is inspired by the 2025 Year of the Snake and explores the relationship between the snake form and its interaction with the human body. The piece examines movement, adornment, and the way organic forms can wrap around and respond to the body like a living extension of it.
The Divers
The divers are connected seamlessly, forming a streamlined necklace. The figures represent Ashley’s appreciation for the female body and her fascination with the fluidity of human form and movement.