How does he get this style on his beard?

http://www.bladesbarbershop.co.uk/var/am/24797/279682-long-hair-styles-agbrigg-blades-barbershop-hairstyles.jpg

I like how right above his top lip there is no hair, did he shave that or is this just how it grows in? I have larger lips and my hair almost meets the top of my top lip. Just curious as I have no idea how to shave unless I trim it all or let it grow lol