Mitchell Burns’ remarkable journey from a coal miner to a celebrated photographer has captivated audiences worldwide.
This week he’s in Noosa, signing copies of his new book Life, Camera, Action on Thursday 21 November at 6pm at the G Contemporary Gallery, Hastings Street, in association with The Junction Bookstore.
In addition to signing his book, he will showcase four fabulous limited-edition photographic prints of iconic Australian landscapes captured spectacularly.
“Come down to the G and check out the photos. I really want people to see my work and I’m excited to meet everyone,” Mitchell said.
“I’ll be in Noosa for a few days and I’m hoping to get out to take some sunrise and sunset shots in Sunshine Beach.
“I’ll also be doing a cover shoot for the Escape Magazine so I’ll be in front of the camera and also behind.”
It took ten years in the coal mines for Mitchell to realise that no pay cheque is worth sacrificing your dreams. Now he’s making up for lost time.
Growing up in a Queensland coal mining town with parents in the industry, pursuing his passion for photography just didn’t feel like an option.
So, he went in the only direction he knew – straight into the mines.
After a decade in a job he hated, Mitch realised that he had put his dreams on hold for too long.
With no blueprint for success, he turned away from mining to forge his own path in photography. In a vulnerable moment, he posted online about taking the leap – the now-viral video has inspired millions of people around the world not to give up on their goals.
These days, hundreds of thousands of viewers follow Mitch as he travels Australia and abroad, sharing his breathtaking landscape photographs and how he captures them.
His story is a compelling call to action for anyone who has ever longed to quit their day job and pursue their passion, proving that some risks are well worth taking – you just need to be brave enough to take the shot.
Life, Camera, Action is an inspiring story about choosing your own adventure, and the beauty to be found in following your dreams.
“If you love something and you’re passionate about it, then stick at it and work at it for a long time,” Mitchell said.
“You probably won’t be able to make sense of what you’re doing, especially if you’re not making any money, but eventually you’ll be able to look back and see how each step was putting you on the right track.
“Writing a book made me see that even more.”
Learning the hard way that you won’t find happiness in a big bank balance, Mitch discovered that some risks are well worth taking – you just need to be brave enough to take the shot.
Join Mitchell Burns on: Thursday 21 November from 6pm – 8pm at The G Contemporary 6/32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads.
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