Muton Anak Kais was influenced by the natural surroundings of lush forests, jungles, rivers, streams, mountains, and elements from tribal culture. The artist's unique combination of delightful colours and detailed symbolic designs produces a surge of vitality. Melton received his Art Education at a Specialist Teachers' Training Institute, majoring in painting and sculpture. His solo exhibitions include My Perspectives, at the Sarawak Museum (1988), and My World (2005). Selected group exhibitions include Peace Art Exhibition, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1988), Borneo Escapade, Art Loft, Kuala Lumpur (2008), Sarawak Artist Society Anniversary Art Exhibition, Kuching (2010), and Discover Malaysia Art, MiFA Melbourne, Australia (2013).