Taylor Andrews, one of the nation’s most prestigious cosmetology schools, was founded by award-winning salon owners Larry and Sherri Curtis, who have over 35 years of experience in the salon industry.

Since 1987, Larry and Sherri Curtis, have been influencing the Beauty industry for good. As educators, in just over 25 years, Taylor Andrews has won numerous awards including Modern Salons Excellence in Education, Educator of the Year, School Owner of the Year, and numerous artistic awards including 3 North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), Behind the Chair’s One Shot Award, Visionary Awards, Orlando Premiere Woman’s Hairstyling Competition, and Bumble & Bumble Hair Heroes.

Taylor Andrews success with students has rightfully earned a reputation as one of the nation’s finest schools. Taylor Andrews currently has nearly 400 students in West Jordan, Provo, and St.George, Utah, as well as Detroit, Michigan.

Meet the Founders

Larry Curtis

The Founder and President of Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design, is a Professional Beauty Association motivational speaker who has
traveled and lectured all over the United States. He has developed an extensive network of connections that allows him to bring some of the most respected names in the cosmetology and esthetics industry to lecture, teach, and inspire Taylor Andrews students.

His acclaimed business program “One Year to Greatness” has helped students learn critical skills relating to the business side of beauty. Through the program, countless graduates have learned how to make money and become successful in the career they love.

Sherri Curtis

Is a renowned Makeup Artist who has been a salon and school owner for over 35 years. Her specialty is developing the curriculum and training the artists who teach our celebrated 2-week Makeup Artistry course. Sherri began her career as a Makeup Artist in Hollywood, and her skills are still in high demand by such prestigious institutions as the Sundance Film Festival and the Academy Awards.

Both Larry and Sherri closely supervise all of their carefully-selected instructors. Their highest goal is to ensure that Taylor Andrews students receive the best education imaginable.