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This work explores the innovative intersection of artistic practice and academic communication, focusing on the use of augmented reality (AR) comics as documentation of artistic research. It builds upon the premise that traditional scholarly formats often fail to encapsulate the nuanced, multifaceted nature of the research process, particularly within the context of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and artistic methodologies. By employing a case study of the performance Precious Camouflage, the paper illustrates how a non-linear narrative integrated with hand-drawn illustrations can convey felt knowledge that transcends written documentation. Comics inherently accommodate complex narratives that represent multiple perspectives and temporalities, thus serving as a potent medium for expressing such intricate experiences. Furthermore, the work suggests that AR does not merely enhance visual storytelling; it enables thick documentation that encapsulates the contradictions and ongoing uncertainties inherent to artistic research. This aligns with prior discussions on somaesthetic design, which prioritize embodied experiences in HCI research. Last, the proposed methodology seeks to contribute a new dimension to the conversation on how artistic research can coexist alongside traditional academic outputs. It underscores the importance of documentation as an active participant in the research journey, rather than an afterthought, presenting an approach that values the unfinished and evolving nature of artistic research.