1. A method for selecting and ordering photographic prints, comprising the steps of: a) obtaining a digital image file containing a plurality of images; b) employing the digital image file to produce an index print having the plurality of images along with an index number associated with each image and a customer order number; c) prior to making any individual prints, delivering the index print to a customer; d) selecting images for which prints are desired from the index print; e) using the index print to order prints of selected images; f) making prints of the selected images; and g) delivering the selected prints to the customer.