THE iconic sofa has been sold. The paintings are coming off the walls.

King St is losing it's funky, vibrant arts hub.

Art on King St owners Sue Keong and Jill Birtwistle are gearing up for their last hurrah, as they prepare to say goodbye to their beloved art studio.

For the past 12 months the quirky studio has been a bustling centre for Warwick artists.

Mrs Keong said she was sad to see the studio close, but had enjoyed every minute of it.

"It's been really good. It's given us the chance to do something we wouldn't normally do," she said.

"We've been a point of contact, an information centre for Warwick artists.

"It's been really positive and we're way better for it."

Special, unique and quirky are words that come to mind when the owners think of their beloved store.

For Mrs Birtwistle, it's been a real learning experience.

"I will really miss it," she said. "There's definitely a market for something like this downtown."

From art classes to exhibitions, Art on King has allowed local artists to mingle and share ideas. "It's been a good focus for the community," Mrs Birtwistle.

"Our classes have been very popular and we've met a lot of unique people through them."

Both artists thanked their landlord, Joie De Vivre owner Deeny Kohler-Caporale - who they said had been very supportive through their journey. It's not all sad news however, with the Art on King spirit to continue at the Warwick Artists' Group's Willi St studio.

"We're hoping we can bring something different to the exisiting artists' group's home," Mrs Keong said. "It'll be a win-win for both of us, we'll allow the Willi St studio to become more accessible."

To say goodbye to Art on King, the owners are inviting the public to come and join them for a series of soirees.

The first, a Pink Champagne Night, will be held on Friday from 3.30pm.

Locals are encouraged to bring a friend or two and toast to the end of an era.

"We're going to have Tequila Sunrise and Hotel California-themed soirees too," Mrs Birtwistle said.

"They'll be an excuse for us to open up the doors for the final time to the public."