Intentional appointments
No double-booking. Every slot belongs to you — including our full attention.
Why Canvas
Craft over volume
Two experienced stylists. One thoughtfully designed suite. A commitment to the kind of work that travels with you.
A thoughtful intake process
New clients share their hair history, goals, and photos upfront — so your stylist is prepared before you ever walk in.
Boutique suite setting
Tucked inside The Cargo District — a relaxed, creative environment that feels nothing like a chain salon.
Two distinct stylists
Carly and Kaitlin each bring their own aesthetic and specialties. Find the right fit for you.
The Team
Meet Carly & Kaitlin
Two stylists sharing a suite — brought together by a love of the craft.
Stylist
Carly Carden
Carly has been doing hair for over 9 years, and what keeps her in it is the mix — color is equal parts technical precision and artistic instinct, and she loves living in that overlap. Grey coverage, blonding, and dimensional color are where she spends most of her time, though she's always up for a challenge.
Outside the salon, she's a mom of two — which is part of why Canvas runs the way it does. Every appointment gets her full attention, one client at a time, because that's the only way she's interested in working.
Grey coverage
Blonding
Dimensional color
New clients start with a short intake form, then book a Wednesday consultation.
“[Client testimonial — coming soon]”
Stylist
Kaitlin Jackson
Kaitlin is a modern colorist with a deep technical background — she trained extensively, including specialized color work, and brings that precision to every appointment. Color, cuts, and full-service styling are her focus, with an approach built around collaboration: she wants to understand what you’re going for and help you get there, whether that’s a subtle refresh or something completely new.
Outside the salon, she’s also a mom of two, and brings that same attentiveness to the chair, one client at a time.
Color
Cuts
Full service styling
New clients start with a short intake form, then book directly through GlossGenius.
“If anyone is looking for a hair stylist, I would highly recommend Kaitlin. Whether you need a cut and blow dry or color and highlights, Kaitlin is your stylist. I’ve been going to her for years and wouldn’t consider anyone else.”— Marianne
“I LOVE KAITLIN! She is the absolute best and always gives me the best haircut ever. LOVE HER!!!!!”— Josie
The Story
“Carly and Kaitlin met years ago, when Kaitlin was teaching and Carly was just starting out. Their paths crossed early — and years later, they crossed again. By the time they reconnected, both had spent years building their craft on their own terms. Opening Canvas together was less of a leap and more of a return to something that had always made sense.”A small suite, two stylists, and a shared belief that good hair takes time.
Find Us
The Cargo District, Wilmington NC
Part of Wilmington's most creative block. Easy parking, great neighbors.
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Returning client? Head straight to booking. New to Canvas? Start with the intake form — takes about 3 minutes.
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