Daniel Alareak was born in Arviat in 1964. He has been working as an artist since he was 12 years old. Daniel learned carving from his grandparents, Michael and Eva Aliktiluk, well known artists themselves.

Daniel's carvings have been on display in British Columbia and Europe. He is well-known for his caribou antler carvings, which he has been making for many years. More recently, Daniel has made jewellery since 1994, working with walrus tusk ivory, and is now incorporating metal into some of his jewellery pieces.

Putting food on the table is Daniel's primary concern. As a hunter, he provides his family with caribou and seal, and fishes for char and lake trout. As an artist, he uses every part of the animal, creating lovely pieces that also provide an income to his family.