Experience Wildheart
Simply put, Wildheart Salon is a portal of liberation. It's an experience centered around celebrating you, loving you, living, and believing that all things are possible. Whether you are hoping to get ready for a night out on the town or want to look great for that upcoming event, we're committed to providing the hair transformation experience you've always wanted.
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We offer Premium hair care products by Goldwell, Kerasilk, and KMS.
Our mission
We strive to passionately deliver outstanding service by providing an unforgettable lifestyle experience.
Co-owned by Tiffany Pateritsas and Cartez Washington, Wildheart Salon is a dream unfolded out of more than 20 years of experience. With our creative and innovative nature, we equip our staff to satisfy every guest, every time.
Stylists & Staff
Nikki Crawford
Nikki has loved hair and creative self-expression since highschool, experimenting on themself and willing friends. After briefly attending college for costume design, Nikki decided that they wanted to make cosmetology their career. They moved to Georgia in 2016 to attend the Aveda Institute in Atlanta where their passion was sparked. Nikki followed that passion to an Aveda salon, where they worked for 3 years, when they decided they wanted to branch out and widen their knowledge. They are so excited to be a part of the Wildheart team! When not rocking out a balayage or pixie, Nikki likes to go to the aquarium, museums, work on one of many craft projects, or just snuggle with their two cats! Nikki has always valued embracing one’s natural beauty and approaches hair with a positive, uplifting spirit.
To see Nikki’s work on Instagram please visit
Tiffany Pateritsas
With a passion for creativity, Tiffany first pursued her career by attending Paul Mitchell, the school, Atlanta and later became an assistant at a well known salon in the city. She found her ideal outlet full-time behind the chair, and hasn't stopped since! Once established, Tiffany became a lead stylist and began mentoring others.
She started building her craft by attending and participating in hair shows and classes and later joined the KMS Artistic Team. Today, she travels to salons and helps others (stylists) build their skills through her passion for the industry and brand.
Tiffany loves creating a style unique to each guest she services. “There’s nothing better than a guest leaving happy and feeling better than they did when they first sat in my chair. I feel beyond blessed to have found my calling and even happier to call it my career.” “I get to share so many special moments with my clients… First dates, weddings, babies, and graduations. It’s SO rewarding!”
Cartez Washington
At Wildheart, our dedicated staff of highly-trained stylists and hair enthusiasts ensure that your experience is liberating and exceptional from the moment you walk in the door.
Tahmara Mines
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Tahmara has been part of the Wildheart team since early 2022. She joined us after making the fearless decision to trek from the mile high city of Denver, Colorado to Decatur, Georgia to further her passion of all things beauty. While Tahmara was receiving her education at “Paul Mitchell, the school Atlanta,” she chose to challenge herself by immersing any time outside of school hours in Wildheart Salon. Tahmara has been receiving additional training and experience in the salons mentor program and is now ready and accepting new clients with over a year of additional education and salon experience in her wheelhouse. Get ready for the warmest smile in Decatur to greet you as she carefully consults for your services and options.We’re thrilled that she is also bringing new services to our salon consisting of Locs, Braids, and Extensions. We know she will soon be known as your
local Loctician!
Jason Gojnur
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Lindsey has known her calling was to be in the hair industry since childhood. Now approaching two decades in the hair world; Lindsey is an Independent Stylist and Goldwell Educator.
She has worked and taught with some of the best in the industry. Her credits include; being a Color Specialist at Arrojo NYC, styling hair for New York Fashion Week, multiple published editorials, trend setting hair color features in beauty magazines and a binder full of certifications. Lindsey has also been awarded for Atlanta's Best Hair Colorist in Atlanta Magazine.With a Master Cosmetology License in multiple states; her talents include but are not limited to; specializing in color, cutting with precision, special occasion hair artistry, extensions and education. When not in the salon; she is on set producing photo worthy hairstyles for editorials and weddings, teaching a class, or on an adventure.
Front Desk & Salon Coordinator
Meet our independent stylists, Jill Palmer and Lucy Saltmarsh.
If you are interested in booking an appointment with either Jill or Lucy, click here.You can also contact them directly:
Jill Palmer
(720)-317-5050
Lucy Saltmarsh
(678)-770-3202
Jill Palmer
Jill discovered her love of hair during the ten years she spent living in New York City. She attended the Aveda Institute in Soho, followed by a rigorous three year apprenticeship at one of New York’s top salons. Jill specializes in natural, lived-in blondes and soft, textured bobs. She is constantly educating herself and trying new techniques, mainly because her job and her hobby are one and the same. When she’s not doing hair, Jill can almost always be found at home spending time with her husband and three dogs, and talking in silly accents to her amazing daughter, Josie.
To see Jill’s work on Instagram please visit
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Lucy Saltmarsh
Jill discovered her love of hair during the ten years she spent living in New York City. She attended the Aveda Institute in Soho, followed by a rigorous three year apprenticeship at one of New York’s top salons. Jill specializes in natural, lived-in blondes and soft, textured bobs. She is constantly educating herself and trying new techniques, mainly because her job and her hobby are one and the same. When she’s not doing hair, Jill can almost always be found at home spending time with her husband and three dogs, and talking in silly accents to her amazing daughter, Josie.
To see Jill’s work on Instagram please visit
Jill discovered her love of hair during the ten years she spent living in New York City. She attended the Aveda Institute in Soho, followed by a rigorous three year apprenticeship at one of New York’s top salons. Jill specializes in natural, lived-in blondes and soft, textured bobs. She is constantly educating herself and trying new techniques, mainly because her job and her hobby are one and the same. When she’s not doing hair, Jill can almost always be found at home spending time with her husband and three dogs, and talking in silly accents to her amazing daughter, Josie.
To see Jill’s work on Instagram please visit
Lucy is a Decatur native, a dog mom, and your biggest fan! She specializes in short haircuts and focuses on color that gives a natural and lived-in feel. Her goal is to make clients feel comfortable and seen for who they are, while also feeling unique and attractive. Hair has no gender-all are welcome in her chair. Prices are gender-neutral and based on length of service. Please text or call Lucy at (678) 770-3202 to find out more or book an appointment.
Contact Us
Our salon is nestled in the heart of the historic Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, GA. Should you be arriving by car, parking is available both in our parking lot and surrounding street parking.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.