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I R E C E N T LY P H O T O G R A P H E D Josh Cooley, owner of Belmont Barbershop in Chicago. With a mission to bring back, as he puts it, “the timeless craft of barbering,� his shop reflects the quality and style to which he is committed.
I decided that I only want to work with guys who’ve gone through the same barber training that I have. It was a turning point and now I have an atmosphere and quality that I am proud of.�
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I studied Art at a small liberal arts school in Kentucky called Asbury College. I also attended The University of Cincinnati. I ended up going to Allstate Barber College in Cleveland to get a diploma. My college education was not necessary for my profession, but it enhances my life.�
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[Growing up] I lived close to Oberlin College, Cleveland, and a lot of farms. I am proud of it all. I was exposed to a lot of culture, yet I was able to enjoy a simple life in the country.�
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[I like owning my own business for] the control and the freedom to focus on what I care about.�
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