Trash Mash-up (TMU) is a collaborative community art project.  Using disposable materials, collected before they enter the waste stream, participants construct “Maskostumes” which are original pageant masks and costumes inspired by traditions from around the world.  TMU participants come from various demographic backgrounds and are most often associated with an organization, whether it is a school, care facility, or community arts center.  Ideally,  people from diverse backgrounds have the opportunity to work collectively on the “Maskostumes”.  TMU enriches our community by developing creative connections amongst the participants in addition to raising awareness about cultural traditions and environmental  issues.  This project reduces waste and inspires people to see each other and our environment in a new way. Check  out  our website at http://trashmashup.googlepages.com/