Located in southeastern Haiti near the border with the Dominican Republic, Lake Azuéi (Étang Saumâtre) is the largest lake in Haiti and one of the Caribbean's most significant inland bodies of water. Its expansive shoreline, diverse wildlife, and shifting waters have long shaped the lives of surrounding communities.

These photographs document the landscape and environment of Lake Azuéi, capturing the relationship between people, water, and place. The lake serves as both an ecological resource and a site of cultural significance, reflecting the interconnected histories of the region and the communities that continue to live alongside it.

Through these images, Lake Azuéi emerges as a living landscape where natural beauty, environmental change, and everyday life converge.

Lake Azuéi