It could be argued that the sudden ascent of Mitchell Burns can be attributed to a single video. In this video, he demonstrated the art of flower milking in the Australian outback to a social media following of nearly one million users. Last year, the former coal miner made the decision to transition away from a decade of early morning starts in exchange for a new endeavor.
Living on a farm near the Gold Coast, 29-year-old Burns is almost always on the move, capturing shots of the Australian outback with his camera. His ultimate goal is to become the most recognized photographer of his era. His subject matter ranges from filming koalas and taking pictures of unique flora to scaling rocks and extracting nectar from exotic plants – which he adores. Burns’ joyful and lively snapshots have been enthusiastically received by the online community.
Last year, he started using Instagram and TikTok, and his followers have since flocked to his accounts to like his content in droves. The majority opinion seems to be that he is a more youthful and attractive version of David Attenborough. Sporting a Steve Irwin vest and short shorts, he throws himself into the rainforest with reckless abandon. In one of Burns’ videos, he wrings out a ginger plant that generates natural shampoo. One user commented, “I think I’m wetter than that plant now,” while another pondered, “Is this an educational video or softcore porn?
In a fresh series that delves into self-care beyond the customary application of moisturizer after hitting the squat rack, we converse with Burns about his personal approach to feeling and looking good. Contrary to popular belief, Burns does not spend an excessive amount of time at the gym. Instead, he indulges in many tuna-based lunches. He also admits to spending numerous evenings in solitude atop the Great Western Plateau.
Typically, I retire for the night at 10 o’clock in the evening, leading me to awaken at 6:30am each morning. This habit of waking up early stems from my past experiences in the mining industry, where I would arise even earlier. I do not partake in any physical activity upon rising, instead preferring to dive straight into my daily routine.
Is it a part of your morning routine to apply some sort of product on your face? Considering that you spend a majority of your time outdoors, what measures do you take to safeguard your skin?
I personally don’t use any specialized skincare products. Instead, like many others, I simply use a bar of soap. Admittedly, I’m not very diligent when it comes to taking care of my skin. The most I’ll do is apply some moisturizer at night. I know I should be better about protecting my skin, especially since I spend a lot of time outdoors, but I don’t typically wear sunscreen. It’s something I really should do, given that I have Sicilian ancestry and am fortunate enough to tan instead of burn. All things considered, I need to be more proactive about applying sunscreen.
