The video shows a person's hand using a pencil to draw a portrait of a male anime character on a white piece of paper. The artist starts by sketching the outline of the character's head and face, then proceeds to add details such as the eyes, nose, mouth, and hair. The drawing is done in a realistic style, with attention to shading and contouring to give the character a three-dimensional appearance. The artist's hand moves confidently and with precision, suggesting that they are experienced in drawing anime characters. The video captures the entire process of the drawing from start to finish, showing the progression of the artwork from a simple outline to a fully realized portrait.