Rooks Barbershop - our barbers

Justin

Master Barber & Proprietor

Brian

Master Barber

Jen

Barber

Brian grew up in Orange County, CA, where he began his barbering career as an apprentice under the watchful eyes of Master Barbers who had been practicing their craft for 40+ years. After receiving his license, Brian worked in classic barber shops and developed his passion for providing a service that has become a deeply rooted fixture in the lives of men.

As a classically-trained barber, Brian has honed his skills with exposure to a diversity of cuts and styles, and has mastered the art of the straight razor.

Brian and his wife share a passion for travel and exploring the lives and cultures of those abroad. In their travels, they have observed the signifigance of the barbershop as a favorite pastime for men in every culture.

An avid fisherman, Brian enjoys hiking and camping the Oregon wilderness. As a sports fanatic (his favorite sports being football and soccer), he has also enjoyed coaching high school football. He is a dedicated fan of his hometown Chargers and the Portland Timbers.

Jennifer grew up in Spokane, WA, where she developed a passion for hair design early on in life. After graduating high school, she went to cosmetology school and graduated at the top of her class.

After working professionally for a while, she successfully ran her own business before moving to Portland, where she found her calling in men's grooming. Jen gives a solid service and would be a great choice for guys who are looking for some style. During her career as a hairstylist, she has provided service to a large number of professionals in the Portland Metro area who return to her time and time again, due to her skill level and attention to detail.

In her off-time, Jen's biggest passion is music. You won't find her performing anywhere, but if you ask her nicely, she just might sing for you while she cuts your hair (and then she'll be fired on the spot).

Jen has a voracious appetite and loves exploring Portland's food culture, as well as being outdoors and doing anything active, including hula hooping.

Justin grew up in Miami, where he spent his formative years as a graffiti artist and musician. In high school, he became interested in hair design. After graduating in 1992, he spent several years traveling to ashrams all over the world, farming in Bavaria, teaching in Taiwan, hustling Indian imports at street markets and serving in the US Army, before deciding to pursue his longtime passion.

After finishing his military service and a combat tour in the Middle East, Justin attended barber college where he met his mentor, a Master Barber of 40+ years, who imbued in him a thorough understanding of the artistry, techniques, history and etiquette of classic barbering. Having completed his training to his teacher's standards, he was then tested and approved by a Board of Master Barbers and granted the responsibility of carrying on a lineage that has been passed down throughout the ages.

During his career as a classically-trained Master Barber, Justin's talents have been featured in national magazines, music videos and photoshoots. He is the official barber of 95.5 The Game and men's grooming advisor to the Portland Playhouse.