Anthony Sims

A Journey of Artistic Expression and Engineering Excellence

 

Anthony Sims is a dynamic individual whose career spans both contemporary art and control systems engineering. Born on October 11, 1998, in Southaven, Mississippi, Anthony faced personal challenges early on, including his father’s deportation in 2006. Despite these hardships, he found solace in art during high school, winning two Silver Keys at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and “Best in Show” for a cut-paper portrait. This early success laid the foundation for his groundbreaking career in the art world.

Known for his work in both fine art and engineering, Anthony’s career reflects a rare combination of creativity and technical skill. He became one of the youngest artists to have his work included in a museum’s permanent collection in 2020, when the Meridian Museum of Art acquired his pieces. This milestone helped cement his reputation in the art world, and by 2021, he was also gaining attention in the digital space with NFTs, including his record-breaking sale of the painting “Not sure about myself, I am certain”. This sale opened doors to exhibitions in major cities such as London, Mexico City, Miami, and Hong Kong as well as digital displays on Times Square billboards.

While pursuing his artistic passion, Anthony developed a parallel interest in engineering. After studying Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology, he started his engineering career as a Maintenance Technician at Helen of Troy, later moving to Texas in 2019 as a Robotics Technician at Amazon. His work at Amazon, including maintaining and improving robotic systems, led to a rapid promotion to Lead Robotics Technician. In 2023, he joined CBRE as a Control Systems Technician, where his expertise led to a promotion to Control Systems Lead, streamlining operations across multiple sites.

Anthony's accomplishments in both art and engineering continued to grow in 2024. He was one of the youngest control systems engineers to be hired by Amazon, and earlier in the year, he held an exhibition in Florence, Italy. Despite facing personal tragedy with the loss of his best friend, Will Short, in a car accident, Anthony honored Will’s memory through his art and work. That same year, he relocated to Beacon, New York, to embark on a new chapter as a Control Systems Engineer.

Today, Anthony Sims exemplifies the unique fusion of artistic expression and technical expertise, with accomplishments spanning gallery exhibitions, international NFT sales, and engineering innovations. His story is one of resilience, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in both the arts and technology.