The video shows a person using a palette knife to spread paint on a canvas. The canvas is covered in different colors of paint, including yellow, orange, and green. The person is seen spreading the paint in a horizontal motion, creating a smooth and even layer on the canvas. The palette knife is used to blend the colors together, creating a seamless transition between the different sections of the canvas. The person's hand is visible, holding the palette knife and applying pressure to spread the paint evenly. The video provides a close-up view of the painting process, allowing viewers to see the texture and movement of the paint as it is being spread on the canvas.