The main storyline in the myth of Pygmalion revolves around a sculptor who creates a beautiful statue of a woman, named Galatea, whom he falls deeply in love with. Disappointed by the imperfections of real women, Pygmalion devotes himself to his creation, praying for her to come to life. The goddess Aphrodite answers his prayers, transforming the statue into a living woman. This myth explores themes of love, idealization, and the transformative power of desire, illustrating how love can transcend the boundaries between the real and the ideal.