The video shows a person using a pencil to draw a portrait of a man on a white piece of paper. The person starts by sketching the outline of the man's face and then proceeds to add details such as the eyes, nose, and mouth. The person uses shading techniques to give the portrait depth and dimension. The portrait appears to be of an older man with a serious expression. The video captures the drawing process from start to finish, showing the progression of the portrait from a simple outline to a more detailed and realistic depiction.