In the video, a person is seen using a lathe to shape a piece of wood. The lathe is a machine used for shaping wood, and it is spinning at a high speed. The person is holding a tool against the wood, and as the lathe spins, the tool carves the wood into a specific shape. The person's hands are steady as they guide the tool along the wood, and the wood gradually takes on a new form. The lathe is producing wood shavings, which are being ejected from the machine as it spins. The person's movements are precise and controlled, indicating their skill and experience with using the lathe. The video provides a close-up view of the woodworking process, allowing the viewer to see the transformation of the wood in detail.