Its been many years since my family has been under Joe's teachings. We were able to see the master at work, something we all have never forgot. Besides being a great teacher for young and old , he is trurely a great guy to be around. We all had such a fun time! John, Jennifer, Janice, Jody read more

Super fun class! Pros *Great teacher *Give you the attention you need *Very safe you think because it's out of a garage studio it might be sketchy not at all! As a woman going alone I felt very comfortable and safe! *He gives you a lot of references to what kind of machine is best for you and same with the gun. He also even gave me a huge catalog from Brick art supplies (he even circled the machines that are the best). * If you bring a friend he gives you a good deal! * The price is ridiculously cheap from other places I scouted out in the bay like 1/8 the cost! The same projects from a fraction of the cost and gives you lots of hours! *He has a very clean home and a clean clean bathrooms! Nice home! Cons Nothing really it's a tad cold but he was such a nice teacher he brought out a heater fan! So nothing! read more

I took Joe's Introductory airbrush class as a 1:1 session and it was a great experience. The class itself is run out of Joe's Garage which he has converted to a studio. Skeptical at first but really happy I took the class. I am a complete beginner and Joe did an excellent job covering the basics of the airbrushing (tools, maintenance, technique) and let me jump right into a step-by-step airbrush project to apply the concepts. Joe had a lot of great tips that probably would have taken months to learn if I was teaching myself. I love how he was very structured and prepared for the class. On top of all of this he made sure to use non-toxic paints and cleaners. Fun for the whole family... :) I highly recommend this class to anyone who has a free weekend and enjoys creating art in any form. Personally looking forward to taking my next class. Two thumbs up! read more

Joe has a great setup in his garage... Super knowledgeable on his craft. We did the beginner class with adult and kids mixed, he managed us all really well and we left with a great piece of art to brag about our newly acquired skills. You leave the session that lasted ~4h with all the basic elements to start experimenting and creating great piece of art on your own. We will go back for an advanced class after experimenting at home, for sure... Great value, good time! Thanks Joe! read more

Joe is the greatest. We had a great time and in addition to being super talented, he's a great teacher. The studio is awesome, he provides EVERYTHING, and we learned so much. Loved it. read more

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Great service! I went to joe because my airbrush stop spraying solution it would only spray air. I tried everything I could to get it to work but no luck. Joe was friendly, professional and got the job done asap. He also has a showroom with his art which was amazing! He also talked me through everything he did step by step and gave me lots of tips and instructions so I would be able to do it myself next time. All in all great experience and teacher read more

The wife and I went thru two of Joe's classes earlier this year. Very much enjoyed the process. I had a little experience and she had none prior to that time and we both found his instruction easy and clear. His prices are well worth the cost and I recommend them for beginners and those looking to widen their horizons or hone their skills. We look forward to more classes in the future! Thanks, Joe. read more

Airbrushing is amazing! I do not have any artistic background and I had a blast with Joe's lesson. His instruction is very clear and easy to follow. The environment he teaches in is very chill and inspiring. He has done some amazing artwork that will surely motivate you to want to give it a whirl. I plan to buy my own airbrush and take more lessons. I found airbrushing very therapeutic! I was so excited after class I called my mom and told her about it! She pointed out how important having a creative outlet is . I highly recommend taking a class with Joe. Taking a class would make a great date for couples, friends or parents and their children. The classes are small and can be private. This is a wonderful experience for any age!!! Joe is so cool and easy to work with!!! Great environment!!! read more

Joe is great and he doesn't gouge you to death to learn. He's very patient with the student (me) even when they are a little slow to learn. I will be returning once I master the basics he taught me on the first day. Learning from a professional artist who charges lesson by lesson is absolutely amazing. I look forward to my second lesson. read more

My wife and I took the introductory airbrush class with Joe and had a wonderful time. Joe made us feel very comfortable and welcome. This was our first experience with airbrushing and he did a great job of explaining the process and giving us a lot of time to practice. I would highly recommend this class to anyone who is interested in trying airbrushing. I am looking forward to taking additional classes. While you are there be sure to check out his artwork. He has some amazing pieces. read more

In Joe Shaw's beginner class, my son and I became familiar with handling the airbrush. We learned to create basic shapes and make them look 3D with shadowing and highlighting. Joe is a great teacher and really cares that we learned his art well. He not only instructed us on the creation of art, but also the operational aspects such as supplies, equipment, and shop layout. Thank you, Joe! read more

After a 20 year absence from Airbrushing I searched for an experienced instructor and found Joe's reviews here on Yelp. I contacted Joe via email and was surprised by his immediate response. Given my dated Airbrush experience, Joe recommended that (we) begin my re-training with his Introductory 1:1 Class. I was so impressed that I booked in advance ALL of his classes! Joe has proven to be very knowledgable, patient and an outstanding instructor. The technics that I've learned from Joe would have taken me many months to learn on my own. (even if I just watched Airbrush videos on youtube...) There is no comparison for 1:1 instruction from an Expert. So If you have any interest at all about learning or improving your Airbrush skills, then make it a priority to take Airbrush lessons from Joe Shaw. I can assure you that you will not regret your decision. read more

Just finished a class with Joe. A really AWESOME experience. Took my niece with me. She was nervous, saying she isn't artistic at all. She had a really spectacular time as well, did better at it then I did! Highly recommend doing a class with him, if you are interested in honing or beginning your airbrush skills. Has some super pieces as well at his place for sell. Would make some fantastic gifts! Thanks again Joe! read more

I needed a refresher course, as I already kinda knew the basics; Mr. Shaw is a very talented and professional instructor/artist whose comfortable studio has everything a person needs to learn airbrushing--he explains everything thoroughly, recommends tools/equipment, offers discount coupons for supplies, and gives his students room and space to practice, create, play around. I will be returning for another session. A suggestion: if you're like me I would suggest you wear "play" clothes or clothing you don't mind trashing, as there is a possibility of wearing some of your artwork when you leave. Very reasonable rates; discounts for groups. read more

I bought my husband airbrush lessons from Joe Shaw as a gift. He enjoyed it so much, he kept taking lessons! Now he's an airbrush pro and has completed multiple paintings. Joe is a great teacher for total beginners. He's patient and makes it fun. I would recommend him as a great "experience" gift idea for anybody. I might gift myself and some friends sometimes, because he does group lessons, too! read more

I just finished an introductory airbrush class with Joe and I can hardly wait to get started painting on my own! Joe did a GREAT job of introducing me to the basic necessities (paint, compressors, airguns) and explaining how the airbrush worked and how to properly clean and maintain it. He's got an awesome little studio that is very thoughtfully set up, very tidy and clean and well stocked. There's also a great vibe to his place, with a bit of music and a lot of his FANTASTIC artwork there to inspire your creativity. I highly recommend Joe's class -- he is a great professional and very good at what he does. read more