In the video, a person is seen using a chisel to carve into a piece of wood. The chisel is made of metal and has a wooden handle. The person's hand is visible as they hold the chisel and apply pressure to carve into the wood. The wood appears to be a light brown color and has a smooth surface. The person's movements are precise and controlled as they carve out a specific shape or design in the wood. The video focuses on the action of carving and does not show the final product.