Path: bloom-picayune.mit.edu!snorkelwacker.mit.edu!americast.com!americast.com!americast-post Newsgroups: americast.latimes.special From: americast-post@AmeriCast.Com Organization: American Cybercasting Approved: americast-post@AmeriCast.com Subject: IN EXCESS Tattoo You Date: Mon, 23 Nov 92 07:26:22 EST Message-ID: HEADLINE: IN EXCESS Tattoo You Publication Date: Sunday November 22, 1992 BYLINE: Blame it on Cher, but in the modeling biz these days, undecorated flesh is at a premium. Male models show up with dragons on their biceps, snakes on their thighs; female models have peacocks on their shoulders and flowers on their hips. Unless the shoot's for a Guns 'n Roses cover, this can be a real problem. On a recent swimwear shoot, the fashion editor happily noted that the model was ink-free. Then the model moved, revealing a tattooed-on ankle bracelet. Seeking sympathy, the editor turned to the photographer. He had removed his shirt, exposing an arm tattooed with two hearts and his kids' names. Now, honestly. This article is copyright 1992 The Los Angeles Times Home Edition. Redistribution to other sites is not permitted except by arrangement with American Cybercasting Corporation. For more information, send-email to usa@AmeriCast.COM