In Awakened Woman, Dario Manjate presents a powerful portrait of self-awareness and inner strength. The woman’s direct gaze commands attention steady, unflinching, and alive with quiet defiance. Through his intricate layering of collage, texture, and pigment, Manjate transforms her expression into a dialogue between vulnerability and empowerment. Each torn fragment and brushstroke reveals the artist’s sensitivity to both material and meaning. The collage surface hums with energy echoes of identity, culture, and consciousness rising to the surface. Her stare is not confrontational but awakening: a reminder of presence, dignity, and the reclamation of self. With Awakened Woman, Manjate continues his exploration of the modern African spirit complex, beautiful, and deeply human. The work radiates authenticity and emotional depth, capturing a timeless moment of awakening and truth.