Abstract: A method for consumer-direct requesting of images from an Earth-orbiting satellite system having online Earth and Space maps with image location selection tools. The consumer may select image from map, specify a desired image time or use a computer algorithm to match Earth or space coordinates. The consumer may place an order, send an order to computer database, and generate Earth or space pointing coordinates for satellite(s) selected to record the image. The system may automatically select a ground station in order to command, record, or transmit selected image from satellite. The system may store and/or retrieve selected image into computer database as well as deliver selected image to consumer.