Michael Carrigy is in favour of a living wage for artists.
A Midlands senator says more must be done to support the arts community.
Senator Micheal Carrigy has been meeting with artists, musicians and performers who are concerned they won't have a future in the creative arena.
The Longford-Westmeath rep supports the arts minister' suggestion of a living wage for artists and it has worked in other countries.
The Seanad arts spokesman insists that if we want to have a vibrant arts community in the future, we must support artists now.