Could you understand me leaving?

A home exists as a reflection of those who've lived in it. Spaces share the personalities, dreams and lives of those that have, meticulously over years, adorned its walls and dictated its layout & purpose. How does a home dictate the way we act, how does it affect the perception of our memories? In “Could You Understand Me Leaving?” an empty house screams with a blaring alarm, begging for attention over and over. Asking what can we infer about the life and the motivations of those that occupied this space. Who implemented this alarm? Who was it intended for? What are they trying to tell us? Can we turn it off? How can I ignore it?

Could you understand me leaving? recreates the artist's childhood home; Using nostalgia and the rules based nature of games in order to explore conditional love, choice & familiar expectations. As the play explores the house and magical portals beyond, they are interrupted by a repetitive alarm going off throughout the game world. An alarm which can only be turned off by returning home. (Excerpt from Izzie Colpitts-Campbell, Heckhole Studios)

Could you understand me leaving? was created as part of the Heckhole Studios 2025 artist in residence opportunity. Made possible by the Government of Canada & IMAA's Digital Skills for Youth Program.

The biggest most special thanks to Izzie, Max & Evie for all the support! This work would not be possible without them.