New exhibit explores memory, origins through oil paintings

John Oberdorf looks at a selfie David Wilson took with Oberdorf’s painting on his phone. (Saphara Harrell/Salem Reporter)

When John Oberdorf talks about his oil paintings, he says he’s asking questions through his work.

Questions about memory, archeology and the human species.

His latest exhibit titled: “ArcheoSpaces,” is on display at the Bush Barn Annex on 600 Mission St. S.E. until Sunday, Feb. 23. On Friday, there will be a reception from 5:30 p.m. to…