Here’s a nifty little video of artist Den Beauvais designing and sculpting a dragon as a reference model for an illustrated children’s book, The Reluctant Dragon.

Here’s a painting of the creature:

Gorgeous, isn’t it?

This version of The Reluctant Dragon takes advantage of 21st-century technology, presenting itself in iPad and other electronic devices.

Chris Derochie of Cobblestone Media wants to fund the project through Indiegogo. He talks about it here.

Yes, you can be a part of this worthy project. But hurry! The fundraiser ends July 19, 2013.