Should I always start my reels with a scene that has a face in it?

Yes, start with a scene that shows a face. Lead with human connection, then move into your B-roll footage of the artwork or process. This creates immediate connection with viewers and is more likely to stop the scroll. After the opening face shot, you can show all your detailed shots of the work.

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Asked by a photographer creating reels · Answered by Mili · Office Hours · 2026-07-02